Master of Social Work (MSW)

About the role

The Social Worker provides psychosocial services to patients undergoing dialysis, collaborating with the healthcare team to promote positive adjustment, rehabilitation, and improved quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' psychosocial needs and participate in care planning.
• Deliver supportive counseling and education on treatment options and transplant referrals.
• Address barriers to adherence, facilitate access to community resources, and support advance directives and end-of-life decisions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, participate in team meetings, and document interventions as per policies.
• Assist with insurance and financial navigation, maintain resource lists, and provide staff training on psychosocial topics.

Requirements

• Master’s in Social Work with a valid state license.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Strong assessment, counseling, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of dialysis treatment, community resources, and quality improvement processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic healthcare setting.