Social Worker (MSW)

Job Description

Job Description

Parx Home Health Care is looking for a Social Worker to join our team. The social worker will provide support and guidance for patients who need additional support as they navigate the healthcare system. The Home Health Social Worker Provides medical social services to patients, in their homes, in accordance with physician orders and under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Manager or another appropriate supervisor.

• Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs, including a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es), including physical, emotional, and social factors.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans that are tailored to each patient's needs and goals.
• Involving the patient and the family to establish goals based on needs.
• Assist in the admission process of the patient, to the Agency, by performing an initial evaluation, assessing the patient’s psychosocial status, and evaluating the patient, family, and home to identify socioeconomic, and emotional, factors that will affect the plan of treatment.
• Assist in development, and implementation, of the interdisciplinary patient care plan, as it pertains to medical social work.
• Observe, record, and report changes in the patient's emotional, and social factors that affect the patient's illness, and his/her need for care, and his/her response to treatment.
• Consult with the attending physician, concerning alteration of the plan of treatment.
• Maintain, and submit, written clinical records, as deemed by the Agency, including the initial evaluation, the care plan, and daily notes. Understands and adheres to established Agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from a School of Social Work, approved by the Council of Social Work Education.
• Must have, or be in the process of acquiring, certification from the Academy of Certified Social Workers.
• Two years’ experience preferred, with at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting (hospital, clinic, rehabilitation center, etc.).
• Must have a criminal Level II background clearance.
• Must have current CPR certification.

Benefits

About Us:

Our mission is to provide and restore client dignity and independence in their homes through individualized care plans in an effort to reduce caregiver role and stress on family members while avoiding nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Parx Home Care is a licensed home care provider located in the state of Florida. We offer comprehensive home care services where we lead with our hearts to offer top quality and empathetic home care services.

At Parx Home Care, we recognize the pivotal role that home care plays in the overall patient care journey, offering a myriad of benefits for those seeking comfort, independence, and personalized attention. Our commitment is to create a familiar and secure environment within one's own home, fostering a profound sense of well-being. We understand the importance of maintaining independence, and our tailored home care services empower individuals to engage in their daily routines with the necessary assistance, promoting a sense of autonomy. Our personalized care plans are crafted to address unique needs, adapting over time to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness. Parx Home Care not only strives to be cost-effective but also places a strong emphasis on fostering family involvement, believing that strengthened bonds and emotional support are integral components of the healing process.

At Parx Home Care and our affiliates, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're enthusiastic about the role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other roles!

Parx Home Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination in hiring, valuing qualifications over factors such as race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation. Parx Home Care is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans to foster an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodation, please inform us.

Parx Home Care does not accept resumes from unsolicited search firms nor recruiters.