Dialysis Social Worker-MSW

Overview

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting motivated, compassionate individuals to support our nonprofit mission. We prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease, embodying our mission of "the care of the patient is our reason for existence." DCI offers paid training, competitive pay, weekends off, outstanding benefits, and a positive, mission-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient support to address emotional, financial, and lifestyle changes associated with chronic kidney disease.
• Aid patients in utilizing community resources for nutritional, emotional, transportation, and housing support.
• Advocate and assist patients in accessing healthcare and other benefits.
• Inform patients and their families about end-stage renal disease treatment options, including dialysis, transplant, and medical management.
• Help patients compare treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
• Coordinate translation services for patients and caregivers.
• Assess family and support systems and refer for additional services as needed.
• Offer counseling services to patients and their families to help them cope with kidney failure and dialysis, follow the treatment plan, and achieve rehabilitation goals.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary care team based on psychosocial assessments to enhance patients' quality of life.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to assess ongoing needs and modify care plans as necessary.
• Advocate for patients at clinic, community, and state/federal levels.
• Serve as an ESRD Network liaison.
• Engage in a data-driven quality improvement process to positively impact outcomes.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and active listening skills to understand patient and family concerns.
• Desire to collaborate with care teams and problem solve.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required; licensed in the state of practice as required by state regulations.
• New MSW graduates welcome, with job shadow opportunities available.
• Renal care experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Support and mentorship opportunities through peer and corporate training for individuals new to renal care.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional cost to the employee.
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays.
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness, or medical leave.
• Retirement plans with a 50% match on each contributed dollar, up to 8%.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness program.
• Among others.