Medical Social Worker

Palmshomecare; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Palmshomecare is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support home health patients and their families by addressing psychosocial, emotional, and resource needs. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field.

The role involves assessing psychosocial needs, assisting with discharge planning, providing counseling, connecting to community resources, and documenting per Medicare/home health standards, with a focus on collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Florida license (LMSW/LCSW preferred)
• Home health or healthcare experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of community resources
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Assess patient psychosocial and environmental needs
• Assist with discharge planning and long-term care arrangements
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families
• Connect patients with community resources and financial assistance programs
• Complete required documentation per Medicare/home health standards
• Participate in care coordination with interdisciplinary team

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

MSW (Master’s degree in Social Work)

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support home health patients and their families by addressing psychosocial, emotional, and resource needs. We hire the most compassionate and thoughtful talent in the field. Come join an amazing agency that values their employees.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient psychosocial and environmental needs
• Assist with discharge planning and long-term care arrangements
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families
• Connect patients with community resources and financial assistance programs
• Complete required documentation per Medicare/home health standards
• Participate in care coordination with interdisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Florida license (LMSW/LCSW preferred)
• Home health or healthcare experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of community resources
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement

This role requires a Level 2 background screening in compliance with Florida AHCA regulations prior to employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/