Medical Social Worker For Home Healthcare

About the role

Physicians Choice Home Health is seeking a part-time/per diem Medical Social Worker to join our home healthcare team. In this role, you’ll provide in-home social work visits to patients and their families, helping them navigate the emotional, social, and environmental challenges related to their care. You’ll work closely with nurses, therapists, and a supportive clinical team to coordinate services and connect patients with the resources they need. Physicians Choice is part of Obran Cooperative, a worker-owned healthcare organization where clinicians have a real voice, shared ownership, and a long-term stake in the success of the company.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home social work visits to assess patients’ psychosocial needs
• Evaluate patients’ living situations, support systems, and access to resources
• Develop and implement care plans to support patient well-being and independence
• Connect patients and caregivers with community resources and support services
• Educate patients and families on available services and care options
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and the care team to coordinate patient care
• Communicate relevant social and emotional factors impacting patient health
• Document visits, assessments, and care plans in a timely manner
• Participate in care planning, case conferences, and discharge planning
• Other duties as assigned by clinical leadership

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Social Work program
• Active California Social Worker license (LCSW)
• At least 1 year of experience in a home healthcare setting
• CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally for home visits
• Comfortable working independently in a home health setting
• Comfortable documenting in WellSky/Kinnser in a timely manner