What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Social Worker position at Northshore Home Health Care?
Role Overview
The Medical Social Worker applies social work expertise and clinical knowledge to educate patients with kidney disease, supporting their treatment, health, and wellness to improve quality of life. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, participating in care planning, and managing services to help patients cope with chronic kidney disease and dialysis challenges.
Key Responsibilities
The role offers opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful patient impact, contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered environment.
The Medical Social Worker applies social work expertise and clinical knowledge to educate patients with kidney disease, supporting their treatment, health, and wellness to improve quality of life. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, participating in care planning, and managing services to help patients cope with chronic kidney disease and dialysis challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Support patients' social and emotional well-being
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop holistic care plans
- Assist patients in managing issues related to their condition and treatment
- Educate patients on treatment options and wellness strategies
- Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution
- License/Certification: MSW required; LCSW/ACSW preferred (CA), licensure/LMSW in applicable states
- Preferable experience in healthcare or related fields; 1 year in behavioral or healthcare settings is preferred
- High energy, goal-oriented, with strong relationship-building skills
The role offers opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and meaningful patient impact, contributing to a compassionate, patient-centered environment.