MSW - Medical Social Worker

Ascend Health Utah; Preston (ID); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend Home Health & Hospice is seeking a compassionate PRN Medical Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families across Southern Idaho, including Preston, Malad, Soda Springs, and surrounding communities.

The MSW will assess social, emotional, and resource needs, provide counseling, help navigate care transitions, and collaborate with nurses and other clinicians to ensure quality home health and hospice care. Flexible schedule; travel required.

Qualifications

• MSW required from an accredited program.
• Current licensure or credentials in Idaho.
• Experience in healthcare, home health, hospice, or medical social work preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, professional, and able to work independently.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' social, emotional, environmental, and support needs.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families.
• Assist patients and families with accessing community resources and support services.
• Navigate care transitions, advance care planning, and end-of-life concerns as appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, providers, and other care team members.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Compassion

Travel readiness

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Job description

Medical Social Worker (MSW) – PRN

Ascend Home Health & Hospice | Southern Idaho
Preston Malad Soda Springs

Make a Difference in the Lives of Others

Ascend Home Health & Hospice is looking for a compassionate and caring PRN Medical Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families throughout Southern Idaho, including Preston, Malad, Soda Springs, and surrounding communities.

Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care and support that helps patients remain comfortable and maintain the best possible quality of life in their homes.

Position Overview

The Medical Social Worker provides social services to home health and hospice patients and their families, helping them navigate emotional, social, financial, and community resource needs throughout their care journey.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' social, emotional, environmental, and support needs.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families.
• Assist patients and families with accessing community resources and support services.
• Help patients and families navigate care transitions, advance care planning, and end-of-life concerns as appropriate.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, providers, and other members of the care team to support patient needs.
• Complete required assessments, care plans, and documentation in a timely manner.
• Advocate for patients and help connect them with resources that support their safety, independence, and well-being.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Current licensure or credentials required for the position in Idaho.
• Experience in healthcare, home health, hospice, or medical social work preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Compassionate, professional, and able to work independently.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.

Position Details

• Position: PRN (as needed)
• Location: Southern Idaho
• Service Area: Preston, Malad, Soda Springs, and surrounding communities
• Schedule: Flexible, based on patient and agency needs

Why Join Ascend?

At Ascend, our values are Serve, Lift, and Unite. We believe in caring for the whole person and supporting patients and families through some of life's most challenging moments.

If you're passionate about helping others and want to make a meaningful difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you!

Employment is contingent upon the results of a mandatory background screening and proof of licensure when applicable.