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Social Worker - Home Health

Social Worker - Home Health

CorsoCareGrand Rapids, MI, US
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CorsoCare Home Health & Hospice Job Title

Social Worker, Home Health

At CorsoCare we offer :

Competitive compensation, including Medical (BCBS), Dental, Vision and an HSA

Continued Growth and Education from training, supportive leadership, and collaboration

Community based visits, means less travel time

A company provided tablet with 24 / 7 / 365 IT support

Dedicated schedulers to support flexible scheduling options

Mileage reimbursement

Generous PTO / Holiday (20 days first year)

Tuition reimbursement - Up to $2,500

Pet Insurance

Employee First Culture - YOU BELONG, YOU MATTER!

What makes you different, makes us great

You are part of a team

Your unique experiences and perspectives inspire others

A 1440 Culture - one that strives to use all 1440 minutes in each day to create the absolute best experiences with every person, in every interaction

Position Summary for Social Worker, Home Health

The Home Health Care Medical Social Worker (LMSW) provides services and / or establishes standards addressing the social and / or emotional factors that impact the clients' ability to achieve the goals of the Plan of Care. Services are provided under the direction of a physician and in conjunction with other health care team members in accordance with the established policies and practices of the Agency.

Required Experience Social Worker, Home Health :

  • Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Minimum of one (1) years' experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience. Home care experience preferred.
  • CPR certification, as applicable.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of resources available in the community.
  • Licensed driver with automobile insured in accordance with state / Agency requirements. Reliable transportation with good driving record.

Responsibilities :

  • The Home Health Care Medical Social Worker assesses the psychosocial status of clients to determine factors that may interfere with client's ability to achieve goals.
  • Completes assessments in a timely manner and in accordance with Agency policy.
  • Develops a written plan to provide information and direction to other health team members.
  • Documents all findings, plans, interventions, and client progress in the clinical record.
  • Communicates plans and changes to the physician and / or nursing supervisor and other Agency staff through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
  • Home Health Care Medical Social Worker initiates referrals as appropriate.
  • Prepares social histories to augment existing service, or as a guide in determining or changing level of service. This may include cultural factors, financial concerns, and support system.
  • Demonstrates teamwork and effective communication to accomplish client, team, and Agency goals.
  • Participates in care conferences and other team or Agency meetings. Shares areas of expertise and initiates interdisciplinary referrals.
  • Educates team members and clients / families about community resources and how to access them appropriately.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    • General Working Conditions :

    This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.

    We have comprehensive benefit packages that include health, dental, vision, 401(k), income protection, and extraordinary work-life benefits.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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