Master Social Work - MSW

About the role

Provides psychosocial services to dialysis patients, working with the healthcare team to support emotional, psychological, and behavioral well-being.

Responsibilities

• Conducts patient assessments, develops care plans, and offers counseling to address barriers, promote adherence, and improve quality of life
• Educates patients and families about treatment options, transplant processes, and advance directives
• Supports patient adjustment to dialysis and facilitates referrals to community resources
• Collaborates on quality improvement activities, participates in team meetings, and documents interventions in compliance with policies
• Assists with insurance and financial issues, ensuring access to services
• Supports patient rights and addresses immediate concerns during admission and discharge processes
• Provides staff training on psychosocial topics and maintains resource lists

Qualifications

• Master's in Social Work with a valid state license
• 2-5 years of related experience
• Strong interpersonal, assessment, counseling, and collaboration skills required
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Physical demands include travel if multiple facilities are involved