What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Services Practitioner (MSW) (Home Health) position at Adventist Health?
Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards.
So whether you're looking for the buzz of a large city, the tranquility of nearby mountain bike trails or something in between, we encourage you to explore our organization.
Job Summary:
Provides social work support to patients in their place of residence. Responsibilities include providing community resources, placement options and counseling to patients and families as needed. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision-making skills.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Required
- Master’s Degree in social work or equivalent combination of education/experience: Required
- Three years' experience in a social agency, hospital, or other organization dealing with health and/or welfare: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in state of practice: Preferred
- Valid Driver's License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required
Essential Functions:
- Makes the initial patient assessment as ordered.
- Documents assessments, visits, and contacts on patient’s chart.
- Places phone calls and makes visits as needed, serving as a resource liaison when appropriate.
- Provides patients/families with community resources.
- Attends weekly team conferences.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.
