General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is seeking a Master’s-level Social Worker (MSW) to join our Homecare team. In this role, you'll provide critical social work services to both home health patients and clients under a Montgomery County contract. You’ll offer counseling, connect patients with community resources, and collaborate with healthcare team members to address psychosocial factors affecting treatment, rehabilitation, and medical compliance.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
- Deliver short-term counseling and facilitate access to community resources as needed.
- Support patients with discharge planning, nursing home placements, and resolving social barriers to care.
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with federal/state regulations and agency policies.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, committees, and community outreach on behalf of the department.
- Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
- Stay current through ongoing education and training.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited program.
- Active licensure required upon hire: LGSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LISW, or LICSW.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle required.
- Current CPR, BLS, and NRP certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Home care experience preferred.
This position has a hiring range of $60,632 - $107,494