Medical Social Worker MSW - Per Diem

Lorian Health; Long Beach (CA); In loco; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

PTO and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Employee referral program

401(k) with 4% match

Growth opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Lorian Health in Long Beach, CA is hiring a compassionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) to assess needs, coordinate resources, and support in-home care plans from the patient’s home.

You will help patients and families navigate care options, advance directives, and connect with community services, while documenting all care electronically.

This position offers a pay-per-visit compensation model with rates ranging $75 to $90 per visit, reflecting experience and visit type.

Competenze

• Master’s degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year MSW experience.
• Ability to read, follow instructions, and accurately document care.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license as per requirements.

Mansioni

• Assess social and emotional needs related to the patient’s health.
• Support physicians and clinical team with psychosocial insights.
• Participate in care planning (Plan of Care / POC).
• Observe, document, and report community resource needs.
• Educate patients and families on available community services.
• Provide counseling and guidance to patients and caregivers.
• Utilize and coordinate appropriate community resources.
• Assist with discharge planning.
• Participate in in‑service training and educational programs.

Conoscenze

Counseling

Communication skills

Independent work

Documentation

Cultural competency

Formazione

Master’s degree in Social Work

Strumenti

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Descrizione del lavoro

Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Make a meaningful impact with Lorian Health. For over 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, dedicated to enhancing patients’ quality of life and supporting their independence.

Location: Long Beach Northeast and Southeast.

About The Role

We’re seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to assess patient needs, coordinate community resources, and support in‑home care plans. You’ll help patients and families navigate care options, advance directives, and support services — and complete all documentation electronically right from the patient’s home.

What You’ll Do

• Assess social and emotional needs related to the patient’s health
• Support physicians and clinical team members with psychosocial insights
• Participate in care planning (Plan of Care / POC)
• Observe, document, and report community resource needs
• Educate patients and families on available community services
• Provide counseling and guidance to patients and caregivers
• Utilize and coordinate appropriate community resources
• Assist with discharge planning
• Participate in in‑service training and educational programs

Note: Duties represent core responsibilities but may include other related tasks as needed.

What You Need (Qualifications)

• Master’s degree from a Council on Social Work Education–accredited program
• Minimum 1 year of MSW experience
• Strong physical stamina and mental health
• Pre‑employment health clearance (TB test/CXR as required by state)
• Able to read, follow instructions, and accurately document care
• Self‑directed; able to work independently
• Current CPR certification
• Professional, patient, and flexible
• Excellent personal hygiene and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle per Lorian Health requirements
• Able to verbally communicate in the patient’s language and document all care

Why Join us?

We are committed to our employees' well-being, offering a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Competitive salary and EAP, 401(K) with 4% match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee referral program and opportunities for growth and advancement

This position is based on a Pay per visit compensation model.

Pay per visit ranges from $75 to $90 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.