Home Health Medical Social Worker
$70,000–$80,000 year
On-siteBingham Farms, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Home Health Medical Social Worker (MSW, LMSW) at Optimal Care in Bingham Farms, MI, serving adult and geriatric homebound patients within the home health/hospice team. The role requires a Master’s degree in social work and licensing in the practicing state, with a preference for at least 1 year of home care experience. Responsibilities include providing social work services per the plan of treatment, counseling clients and families, assessing psychosocial factors, coordinating with the care team, developing and implementing the care plan, discharge planning, maintaining accurate documentation, and leveraging community resources to support patient independence. The position offers flexible scheduling, mileage reimbursement, a comprehensive benefits package, 401(k) matching, PTO, and a company vehicle program for field roles.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Licensed as a social worker in the state in which practicing
- Minimum of 1 year experience in social work, preferably in a home care agency, hospital, outpatient clinic, rehabilitation center or mental health program
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the adult and geriatric populations
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
- Able to assess data reflecting the client's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each client's requirements relative to their age-specific needs
- Demonstrates computer skills sufficient to use the electronic medical record effectively
- Valid Driver's License
- Current Auto Insurance
- Reliable Transportation
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