What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Social Worker (LMSW) - Part-Time position at Trinity Health At Home?
Position Purpose
Trinity Health at Home is seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Social Worker (PRN) to provide consultation, assessment, and support services to homebound patients and their families. In this role, you will help address complex social and emotional challenges that may impact a patient’s ability to manage their medical condition, promoting improved health outcomes, independence, and quality of life.
What You Will Do
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and caregivers.
Develop and implement individualized, person-centered plans of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Identify social, emotional, environmental, and financial barriers to care and connect patients with appropriate community resources.
Provide counseling and support to patients and families experiencing complex social or emotional distress.
Assist patients and caregivers in understanding and following medical recommendations.
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to address factors impacting patient health and well-being.
Continually evaluate patient needs and modify care plans as appropriate.
Participate in care conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Demonstrate Trinity Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values through every patient interaction.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program.
Current Masters of Social Work license as required by state regulations.
Current CPR certification.
Minimum of two (2) years of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Ability to provide services to acutely and chronically ill patients.
Strong communication, assessment, and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional ethics.
About Trinity Health At Home:
Trinity Health At Home is a leading provider of home-based care, rooted in a mission to serve with compassion and excellence. As part of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic health systems in the U.S., we are committed to holistic, person-centered care that supports healing and independence
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.