Medical Social Worker

Description:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical Social Worker to join our healthcare team, committed to providing exceptional psychosocial support to patients and their families. In this vital role, you will assess individual needs, develop personalized care plans, and coordinate services to promote emotional well-being and optimal health outcomes. Your expertise will help bridge the gap between medical treatment and social support, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in diverse clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, hospice, and community-based care.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate emotional, social, and behavioral health needs using clinical counseling techniques and diagnostic tools.
• Develop tailored care plans that incorporate mental health counseling, behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and case management strategies.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions utilizing modalities such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, nurses, therapists, and community agencies—to coordinate patient services effectively.
• Manage medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring accurate records of patient progress and treatment plans using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Assist patients with intake procedures, discharge planning, and post-acute care coordination for diverse populations including seniors, children, individuals with disabilities or developmental disorders such as autism or Alzheimer’s disease.
• Support families through child & family counseling sessions and educate them on available resources for hospice care, addiction counseling, or mental health support.
• Engage in clinical research activities when applicable to improve social work practices and patient outcomes within the healthcare setting.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in hospital or healthcare environments with familiarity in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and medical records management.
• Expertise in behavioral health interventions including crisis management, PTSD care, dementia care, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
• Proficiency in data collection for research purposes and quality improvement initiatives.
• Skilled in various therapeutic techniques such as behavioral therapy, psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and assisted living support strategies.
• Experience working with diverse populations including children, geriatrics (geriatrics), hospice patients, or those requiring post-acute or home & community care services.
• Familiarity with EMR systems for documentation and case management purposes while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA standards for patient privacy.
• Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments involving intake procedures and diagnostic evaluations for mental health or behavioral concerns.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and engaging patients/families during sensitive situations. Join us in delivering compassionate social work services that transform lives! This role offers a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts patient recovery and well-being through innovative approaches in behavioral health and social support services.

Job Types: Part-time, Per diem, Contract, PRN

Work Location: On the road