Medical Social Worker – Home Health (Per Diem) CareCo Medical Home Health
CareCo Medical Home Health is seeking a Social Worker to provide in-home social work services to patients in the community. This per diem role is an excellent opportunity for a social worker who enjoys working independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.
About CareCo Medical Home Health
At CareCo Medical Home Health, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and skilled in-home professional care. Our services include nursing, therapy, and social services, all designed to help individuals remain safe, strong, and independent in their homes. We support patients with acute and chronic conditions, care coordination, and access to community resources.
Position Summary
The Social Worker addresses the social, emotional, and environmental factors that impact a patient's ability to achieve the goals of the Plan of Care. Services are provided in collaboration with nurses, therapists, and other care team members.
Pay and Schedule
Per diem position
Paid per completed visit and documentation
Flexible work schedule
Mileage paid between patient visits
Key Responsibilities
Assess the psychosocial status of patients and identify barriers to care
Complete assessments and documentation in a timely manner
Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
Provide counseling, guidance, and support to patients and families
Educate patients, families, and team members on available community resources
Initiate referrals and assist with discharge planning
Participate in care conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement activities
Communicate changes in patient status to physicians and care team members
Maintain compliance with agency, state, and federal standards
Qualifications
Master of Social Work Degree from a CSWE-accredited program
Experience in a healthcare setting or equivalent
Home health experience helpful
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of community resources and social service systems
Valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
Benefits
Mileage reimbursement between patient visits
Flexible scheduling
401(k)
Professional growth and development opportunities
If you are a compassionate Medical Social Worker looking for a flexible home health role where your work makes a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply and join the CareCo Medical Home Health team.
This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location and not to the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home.