Medical Social Worker

Concordia Lutheran Ministries; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Education assistance

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

VNA Alliance is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to join an interdisciplinary team and provide essential social work services within a healthcare setting. This full-time role emphasizes rehabilitative casework, patient and family education, and coordination of care with physicians and staff.

The position requires an MSW (CSWE-accredited), state licensure is recommended, and at least one year of healthcare social work experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work (CSWE-accredited).
• State licensure recommended.
• One year of social work experience in healthcare.
• Reliable transportation for home visits and valid driver’s license and insurance.

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, and adjust as needed.
• Facilitate access to community resources and act as intermediary when necessary.
• Address personal and environmental challenges that hinder patients from maximizing medical care benefits, including counseling and admissions assistance.
• Supervise the treatment program of the social worker assistant, reviewing and co-signing clinical visit notes as appropriate.

Skills

Case management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient counseling

Home visits coordination

Community resources navigation

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Tools

Valid driver's license

Auto insurance

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Medical Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients? VNA Alliance is hiring a full-time Medical Social. 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.

This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule.

VNA Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EOE