Medical Social Worker

Concordia at Bethlen; Ligonier Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance programs

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Excellent growth opportunities

Job summary

Concordia Home Health of Bethlen is seeking a compassionate part-time Medical Social Worker to serve patients in Ligonier Valley and surrounding areas. Join an interdisciplinary team to provide essential social work services as part of patient care.

The role emphasizes home visits, collaboration with physicians, and helping patients navigate care options with strong support and resources from the agency. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• State licensure is recommended for this role.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting is preferred if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative and supportive casework to help patients achieve optimal social and health adjustment.
• Assist patients and families in understanding and following medical recommendations.
• Develop care plans collaboratively with physicians, patients, families, and team members, adjusting as needed based on patient conditions.
• Facilitate access to community resources, acting as an intermediary when necessary.
• Address personal and environmental challenges that hinder patients from maximizing their medical care benefits, including counseling and assisting with admissions to care facilities.
• Supervise the treatment program of the social worker assistant, reviewing and co-signing clinical visit notes as appropriate.

Skills

Healthcare social work

Education

Master’s degree in social work (CSWE-accredited)

State licensure recommended

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Medical Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients? Concordia Home Health of Bethlen is hiring a part-time Medical Social Workers to serve patients in Ligonier Valley and surrounding areas. Join our dynamic team and play a vital role in providing essential medical social services as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Why Should You Apply for the Medical Social Worker Position?

• Excellent Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in a supportive environment.
• Education Assistance Programs: We invest in your professional development.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy solid benefits to support your well-being.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our generous retirement plan.

The Medical Social Worker needs to have:

• Master’s degree from a school of social work approved by the Council on Social Work Education.
• State licensure recommended.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Reliable transportation for home visits, with a valid driver’s license and insurance as per personnel policies.

What you’ll do as a Medical Social Worker:

• Provide rehabilitative and supportive casework to help patients achieve optimal social and health adjustment.
• Assist patients and families in understanding and following medical recommendations.
• Develop care plans collaboratively with physicians, patients, families, and team members, adjusting as needed based on patient conditions.
• Facilitate access to community resources, acting as an intermediary when necessary.
• Address personal and environmental challenges that hinder patients from maximizing their medical care benefits, including counseling and assisting with admissions to care facilities.
• Supervise the treatment program of the social worker assistant, reviewing and co-signing clinical visit notes as appropriate.

Concordia Home Health and Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EOE