Medical Social Worker

Responsibilities

• Complete initial social work evaluations within 5 days of start of care
• Assess social and emotional factors affecting patients' ability to follow medical recommendations
• Re-evaluate psychosocial needs during follow-up visits to track progress
• Help patients and families cope with problems in daily living that impact health
• Identify barriers to recovery and develop strategies to overcome them
• Provide counseling to facilitate adherence to medical treatment plans
• Teach and promote healthy lifestyles and psychosocial wellness
• Identify and utilize community and family resources to support long-term plans
• Develop individualized social work care plans with case managers, physicians, and families
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and weekly activity logs

Requirements

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

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
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection

About the Company

Optimal Care is a clinician-owned and operated organization providing Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice. We are committed to supporting professional growth and delivering exceptional quality care through collaboration and innovation.