PRN Social Worker - LMSW Required (Home Health)

Davita Inc.; Jamestown Colony (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a PRN Social Worker in Alabama. The role involves assisting patients and families with coping and recovery challenges through assessments, counseling, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and possess a current license in Alabama.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Company-wide support resources

Qualifications

• Requires licensure as a Social Worker in Alabama.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current CPR certification and valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families coping with long-term illness.
• Assess and treat patients' mental and social conditions.
• Instruct healthcare team members on community resources.

Skills

Counseling

Assessment

Coping Strategies

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a PRN Social Worker. Licensure at the LMSW level or higher in the State of Alabama is required.

At Southeast Alabama HomeCare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!
* employee wellness programs
* flexibility for true work-life balance
* holidays & paid time off
* continuing education & career growth opportunities
* company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Social Worker in Home Health assists patients and families in coping with problems resulting from severe or long-term illness, and with difficulties in recovery and rehabilitation. The Social Worker will assess, diagnose, and treat patient's mental and social conditions, counsel individuals and/or families, and update case records.
* Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients.
* Plans for continuity of care with hospitals and community agencies.
* Assesses and treats social and emotional factors related to patient's illness to determine ability to cope with daily living problems.
* Assists the patient and significant others to understand, accept, follow, and implement medical recommendations.

Education and Experience

Education & Experience

• Master's Degree from a school of Social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Educations


• One year of social work experience in a health care setting

License Requirements

• Current CPR certification


• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Additional State Specific Requirements

• AL: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work

Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Southeast Alabama HomeCare a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.