Clinical Social Worker (MSW or LCSW): Home Health

$90,000 - $120,000/Yr

21St Century Home Health Services - Stockton, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Stockton, CA

251-500 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Clinical Social Worker (MSW or LCSW) at 21st Century Home Health Services plays a crucial role in providing support and education to patients and their families as they navigate health challenges, particularly within the geriatric population. This position involves direct patient interaction in their homes, focusing on social and emotional factors related to illness and coordinating care with other health professionals and community resources. The role emphasizes empathy, compassion, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes, contributing to the agency's high standards of care and workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Assess social and emotional factors related to the patient's illness and medical requirements in the home.
• Develop and implement a plan for home social work services, including education for patients and caregivers.
• Coordinate with other home health staff and community resources to ensure efficient integration of care.
• Maintain knowledge of local community resources and regulatory guidelines related to homecare.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills with diverse groups of people.
• Handle sensitive issues and conflicts constructively while maintaining professional relationships.
• Plan and organize work effectively to meet strategic objectives and solve unique problems as they arise.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred, or eligibility for supervision for license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• One year of experience as an MSW in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and long-term/short-term care planning.
• Demonstrated skills in effective communication and social work assessment.

Nice-to-haves

• Home health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal homecare regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance