Social Worker - Per Diem | Caring, Connected Care

Preferra Insurance; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, is hiring a Social Worker - Per Diem to provide medical social services under physician direction. The role focuses on social and emotional factors affecting patient health and coping strategies, with a supportive interdisciplinary team.

Eligible candidates hold a Master's in Social Work, a valid driver's license, and state social work licensure. CPR certification and health-care social work experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social services under physician direction to assist in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and development of coping mechanisms.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, is hiring a Social Worker - Per Diem to provide medical social services under physician direction. The role focuses on social and emotional factors affecting patient health and coping strategies, with a supportive interdisciplinary team.

Eligible candidates hold a Master's in Social Work, a valid driver's license, and state social work licensure. CPR certification and health-care social work experience are preferred.