Medical Social Worker-$5k sign on

Trinity Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Trinity Health in Columbus, OH seeks a Medical Social Worker (MSW) for home health to provide counseling, care coordination, and connection to community resources for homebound patients and their caregivers.

The MSW works with physicians and care teams to overcome social and emotional barriers affecting health and quality of life, conducts psychosocial assessments, develops care plans, and documents care thoroughly. Requires MSW, valid driver’s license, and CPR.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Current Social Work licensure as required by state regulations.
• Minimum two years of healthcare social work experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong assessment, counseling, communication, and care coordination skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and caregivers facing illness, disability, or life transitions.
• Connect patients and families with community resources, financial assistance programs, and support services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on coping strategies, available resources, and care options.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support patients with complex social and emotional needs to improve health outcomes and independence.

Skills

Counseling

Care coordination

Assessment

Communication

Documentation

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift: Description: The Medical Social Worker is responsible for the provision of consultation and service to homebound individuals in the need of assistance with the solution of complex social and emotional problems, which impede management of medical regimen. Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Health

$5,000 sign on bonus

Position Summary

The Medical Social Worker (MSW) provides counseling, care coordination, and community resource support to homebound patients and their caregivers. Working collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams, the MSW helps patients overcome social, emotional, and environmental barriers that may impact their health, safety, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and caregivers facing illness, disability, or life transitions.
• Connect patients and families with community resources, financial assistance programs, and support services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on coping strategies, available resources, and care options.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support patients with complex social and emotional needs to improve health outcomes and independence.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
• Current Social Work licensure as required by state regulations.
• Minimum two years of healthcare social work experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong assessment, counseling, communication, and care coordination skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on patients and families in their homes.
• Join a collaborative, mission-driven healthcare team.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.
• Supportive culture focused on compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.