Home Health Medical Social Worker-PRN
$71,500–$97,500 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
San Diego, California, United StatesOn-sitePart Time$71,500–$97,500 yearMid LevelHEALTHCARELarge
Part TimeMid LevelLargeHEALTHCARE
Job Summary
Medical Social Worker (Home Health) provides assessment and planning of social and emotional needs for patients in home health, collaborates with interdisciplinary care team, supervises Social Worker Assistant when involved, assesses resources and barriers to recovery, coordinates community resources, documents progress and participates in care conferences, with emphasis on discharge planning and support for patients and families in the home setting.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of experience as a social worker in a health care setting, home health, and/or hospice
- Social Worker licensure in the state of practice, if required by state law or regulation
- A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
- Proof of current CPR certification
- Experience with discharge planning needs, and obtaining community resources (housing, shelter, funeral/memorial service arrangements, legal, information and referral, state/federal financial and medication programs, and eligibility)
- Knowledge of medications and their correct administration
- Demonstrated ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations
- Flexibility in work hours and travel locally
- Maintain current licensure certifications and meet mandatory continuing education requirements
- Must read, write and speak fluent English
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