Social Worker, MSW - Home Health - PRN

VitalCaring Group; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Employee referral program

Life insurance

Identity theft protection

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) for field-based home health in Florida. You will support patients and families, assess psychosocial needs, and develop individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and practical needs.

Responsibilities include counseling, coordinating resources, and collaborating with the care team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care and smooth transitions home.

Qualifications

• MSW required and active licensure in state of practice.
• 1+ year healthcare experience preferred (home health strongly preferred).
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ psychosocial needs related to illness, environment, and support systems.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and practical needs.
• Provide counseling, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers.
• Assist patients and families with navigating resources, financial concerns, and care planning.
• Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and community agencies.
• Build and maintain relationships with local organizations to support patient needs.
• Partner with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care.
• Participate in case conferences and contribute to comprehensive care planning.
• Support discharge planning to ensure safe and successful transitions.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR.
• Communicate patient needs and updates clearly with the care team and referring providers.

Education

MSW (Master’s in Social Work)

Job description

Master’s Social Worker (MSW) – Home Health

Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care

Join VitalCaring – Where Your Work Changes Lives

At VitalCaring, we believe care goes beyond the clinical - it’s about supporting the whole person. As a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Home Health , you play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate the emotional, social, and environmental challenges that come with illness.

This is a role for someone who is compassionate, resourceful, and driven to make a meaningful difference - not just in outcomes, but in people’s lives.

Why Join VitalCaring?

• Meaningful Impact – Help patients and families navigate life’s most complex moments
• Autonomy + Flexibility – Manage your day in a field-based, patient-focused role
• Collaborative Team – Partner with nurses, therapists, and physicians to deliver holistic care
• Growth & Development – Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Work-Life Balance – Flexibility designed for sustainability
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and more

What You’ll Do

Provide Patient & Family Support

• Assess patients’ psychosocial needs related to illness, environment, and support systems
• Develop and implement individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and practical needs
• Provide counseling, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers
• Assist patients and families with navigating resources, financial concerns, and care planning

Connect Patients to Resources

• Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and community agencies
• Build and maintain relationships with local organizations to support patient needs

Collaborate with the Care Team

• Partner with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care
• Participate in case conferences and contribute to comprehensive care planning
• Support discharge planning to ensure safe and successful transitions

  Document & Communicate

  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Communicate patient needs and updates clearly with the care team and referring providers
  • Uphold professional standards and regulatory requirements

  What Sets You Apart

  • Strong empathy and emotional intelligence
  • Ability to navigate complex family dynamics and social situations
  • Resourceful, solution-oriented mindset
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Passion for patient-centered, home-based care

  What You Bring

  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
  • Active licensure in the state of practice (as required)
  • 1+ year of healthcare experience preferred (home health strongly preferred)
  • Current CPR certification
  • Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

  Who We Are

  Founded in 2021, VitalCaring is a leading home health and hospice provider with 100+ locations nationwide. Our mission is simple: to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring.

  Our values guide everything we do: Trustworthy. Capable. Compassionate. Proactive. Called.

  Ready to Make a Difference?

  If you’re passionate about supporting patients beyond clinical care - and want to be part of a team that truly values your impact - we’d love to connect.

  Benefits That Support You

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Virtual care and mental health support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Supplemental health and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee referral program
  • Prepaid legal services
  • Identity theft protection

  Work-Life Balance & Perks

  • Generous paid time off
  • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement

  All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.