PRN Medical Social Worker – Flexible Home Health

Patriotathome; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Patriot Homecare is seeking a PRN Medical Social Worker to support patients in Stark and Medina Counties, Ohio. The role requires an MSW and CSW certification either completed or in process, with healthcare experience preferred.

You will work within an interdisciplinary team to assess psychosocial needs and assist families in accessing community resources. Excellent communication skills and the ability to visit patients in their homes are essential.

Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Must have or be pursuing CSW certification.
• Two years’ healthcare experience preferred (hospital, clinic, rehab).
• Background check required.
• Current CPR (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admission by evaluating psychosocial status and home factors.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary patient care plan and implementation.
• Observe and report changes in emotional/social factors affecting care.
• Consult with attending physician on plan of treatment changes.
• Assess patient coping with social/health problems.
• Act as consultant to health team on social factors.
• Help patients utilize family/community resources.
• Provide rehabilitative and supportive casework.
• Assist families in coping with environmental challenges to maximize care benefits.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Assessment skills

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

CSW Certification (in process/required)

Job description

Patriot Homecare is seeking a PRN Medical Social Worker to support patients in Stark and Medina Counties, Ohio. The role requires an MSW and CSW certification either completed or in process, with healthcare experience preferred.

You will work within an interdisciplinary team to assess psychosocial needs and assist families in accessing community resources. Excellent communication skills and the ability to visit patients in their homes are essential.