Medical Social Worker MSW

COMFORT CARE HOMECARE INC; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

COMFORT CARE HOMECARE INC is seeking a Licensed Medical Social Worker for their Boca Raton location. In this vital role, you will assess the social and emotional aspects of clients' health, develop personalized care plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate documentation, providing emotional support, and connecting clients with community resources. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Medical Social Worker in the state of Florida.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assess social and emotional factors affecting clients.
• Develop and implement social service care plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for quality care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to clients.
• Facilitate support groups and educational sessions.
• Connect clients with community resources.
• Advocate for patients' rights.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

Licensed Medical Social Worker in Florida

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

Location: Palm Beach

About the Role

In this role, you'll play a vital part in addressing the social and emotional aspects of our clients' health. From conducting thorough assessments to developing personalized care plans, your role will involve collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive support. Providing emotional guidance, connecting clients with community resources, and advocating for their social well-being will be the heart of your work. Your commitment to accurate documentation and staying informed about the latest advancements in social work will contribute to the integrated care of our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess the social and emotional factors related to the client’s health status
• Develop and implement a social service care plan
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Facilitate support groups and educational sessions.
• Connect patients with community resources and support services.
• Collaborate with external agencies and organizations.
• Advocate for patients' rights.
• Participate in care conferences and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions

Requirements

• Licensed Medical Social Worker in the state of Florida
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare regulations
• Ability to work with a diverse population

Salary: Negotiable