Social Worker

MedStar Health; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland seeks a Master’s-level Social Worker (MSW) to join our Homecare team under a Montgomery County contract. You will provide counseling, connect patients with community resources, and collaborate with the healthcare team to address psychosocial factors affecting treatment, rehabilitation, and medical compliance.

The role emphasizes psychosocial assessments, care planning, and discharge planning support, with a focus on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in

Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program is required.
• Active licensure required: LGSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LISW, or LICSW.
• Minimum 2 years of healthcare experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
• Current CPR, BLS, and NRP certifications from AHA or ARC.
• Home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans with patient, family, and healthcare team.
• Deliver short-term counseling and facilitate access to community resources as needed.
• Support patients with discharge planning and nursing home placements and address social barriers to care.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with regulations and agency policies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, committees, and community outreach for the department.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Stay current through ongoing education and training.

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

LGSW

LCSW

LCSW-C

LISW

LICSW

CPR/BLS/NRP certifications

Job description

About the Job

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is seeking a Master's-level Social Worker (MSW) to join our Homecare team. In this role, you'll provide critical social work services to both home health patients and clients under a Montgomery County contract. You'll offer counseling, connect patients with community resources, and collaborate with healthcare team members to address psychosocial factors affecting treatment, rehabilitation, and medical compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
• Deliver short-term counseling and facilitate access to community resources as needed.
• Support patients with discharge planning, nursing home placements, and resolving social barriers to care.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with federal/state regulations and agency policies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, committees, and community outreach on behalf of the department.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Stay current through ongoing education and training.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited program.
• Active licensure required upon hire: LGSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LISW, or LICSW.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle required.
• Current CPR, BLS, and NRP certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Home care experience preferred.

Salary

USD $61,838.00 - USD $111,259.00 /Yr.