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Home Health Medical Social Worker

Optimal Care
Location
Jackson, MI 49202
Posted
26 days ago
Department
HOME HEALTH
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Master's or doctoral degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work
  • Current State License as a Master's Social Worker (MSW/LMSW/LCSW)
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed Master's Social Worker
  • Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
  • Willingness to travel daily for home visits within service area
Nice to have
  • Previous home health or medical social work experience
  • Knowledge of Medicare home health benefit and Conditions of Participation
  • Experience with care coordination and discharge planning
What the job really is

As a Home Health Medical Social Worker, you will provide psychosocial support to patients and their families, helping them navigate the challenges of illness and recovery. Your role involves conducting assessments, offering counseling, coordinating resources, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to create individualized care plans. This position requires daily travel within the service area to deliver care in various settings, including patients' homes and assisted living facilities.

Benefits
  • Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
  • Company paid Short Term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
Things to weigh
  • High travel position requiring daily visits to various locations
  • No mention of specific training or onboarding processes for new hires
Job score3.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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