What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at COMMONWEALTH HOME HEALTH NETWORK?
SOCIAL WORKER - HOME HEALTH - PART TIME - CONTRACT
Home Health Social Workers will:
- Develop and implement appropriate, individual treatment plans for both patients and caregivers, including but not limited to:
- Individual and/or group counseling
- Education
- Consultation services to the Care Team
- Risk Assessment/Crisis Intervention
- Directs case management issues, including but not limited to:
- Housing Issues
- Financial Issues
- Insurance Issues
- Safety Issues including, but not limited to: symptoms of abuse, neglect or exploitation; ability to live independently; decision-making capacity; any other issues warranting involvement of Adult Protective Services (APS)
- Psychiatric: Changes in mood, behavior, cognition/mental status; suicidal/homicidal ideation; substance use/misuse
- Caregiver Burden
- Identify the need to transfer to a higher level of care (e.g., Behavioral Health Services).
- Assists in coordinating discharge planning activities and processes.
- Assists in coordinating 24-hour care as indicated by the interdisciplinary team and/or the Care Team.
- Educates and counsels the participant and/or caregiver regarding care needs, options and other related problems.
- Advocates to others on behalf of the participant, and demonstrates accountability in resolving participant concerns or issues.
Qualifications:
Requirements
- Master’s in Social Work from graduate school accredited by the Council of Social Work.
- One (1) to two (2) years post graduate social work experience in a health care setting. (home health or hospice preferred but not required)
- Must hold, in good standing, a license as a Medical Social Worker issued by the state in which you work.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Empathetic, dependable, and self-motivated
- Familiarity with EMR systems
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation