Interim Healthcare
Morgantown, WV, USA
Feb 17, 2020
Full time
Medical Social Worker/MSW needed for Home Health Visits Interim HealthCare is one of the largest home health care companies in the country. We have been in business for over 50 years. Our success is directly related to our caring, compassionate, and dedicated employees. Interim HealthCare of Morgantown, WV is seeking a Medical Social Worker to add to our Home Care Visit department. Our team is expanding and we would love for you to join us. Social work services are provided for the continuous improvement of the total quality care as it relates to meeting the psycho-social needs of the patient/client. Responsible for the provision of social work services including short-term individual counseling, community resource planning and crises intervention. Services are provided in accordance with the patients plan of care, accepted standards of professional practice, applicable law and regulation, as well as applicable Interim HealthCare policies and procedures. Essential Functions of the PRN Social Worker (MSW) would include: Assesses the psychosocial status, establishing, monitoring and delivering care as it relates to meeting the psychosocial needs of the patient/client, as directed by the physicians plan of plan of care. Participates in ongoing interdisciplinary assessment of the patient. Develops the plan of care in consultation with the physician and other team members. Provides assistance to other team members in understanding the social, ethical and emotional factors related to health problems. Counsels and educates the patient and family in meeting healthcare related needs. Assists with the coordination of care of all assigned patients/clients to assess and identify needs and review the Interim HealthCare range of services resulting in achievement of expected goals, active participation in case conferences and making suggestions to appropriate supervisors. Reports on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor and other staff members. Effectively communicates with other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team providing care to promote coordination of patient care and planning for discharge. Job Requirements License to practice in the state of West Virginia. Masters or Doctoral Degree Required Five (5) years of social work experience preferred. One (1) year of home care or hospice experience preferred. Able to provide proof of valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and a reliable vehicle. Two (2) positive references, drug screen, and state required criminal/abuse background checks. CPR/First Aid preferred, but not required Job BenefitsLocally Owned and OperatedFree Education CoursesFlexible Assignment to fit your NeedsCompetitive Salary and BenefitsAVA PointsMileage ReimbursementWeekly PayCompany OverviewInterim HealthCare is America's leading provider of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. We offer one of the most comprehensive selections of career opportunities in the industry ranging from per diem to full-time. If you're looking for a stable career opportunity, look no further. We offer the security of working for an established company. Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country. That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.Interim HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim HealthCare location is independently owned and operated. 2019 Interim HealthCare Inc.Other InfoJob City: MorgantownJob State: WVEmployee Type: PRN