Social Worker - Home Health

Arden Home Health and Hospice; Brookhaven (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden Home Health and Hospice is seeking a compassionate Licensed Social Worker to join our in-home care team in Brookhaven, MS. You will apply geriatrics expertise to support patients and families where they live, delivering psychosocial assessments and ongoing counseling.

You will collaborate with the IDT to align services with home health standards, coordinate community resources, and advocate for patient independence and well-being.

Qualifications

• MSW degree or equivalent required.
• Experience in geriatrics or home health settings preferred.
• Strong communication and counseling skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Provide ongoing counseling and caregiver education.
• Coordinate with the IDT and connect patients with community resources.
• Assist with discharge planning and care coordination.

Skills

Social work

Geriatrics

Home health care

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geriatrics and home health care, with experience supporting patients in an in-home or community-based setting.

In this role, you will provide a comprehensive range of social work services to home health patients and their families, including:

• Conducting initial psychosocial, emotional, and environmental assessments

• Providing ongoing counseling, education, and support to patients and caregivers

• Assisting with community resources, referrals, and discharge planning

• Collaborating with the clinical team to promote patient independence and well-being

As an essential member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), the Home Health Social Worker plays a vital role in assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring services align with home health standards and regulatory requirements.