Social Worker

500 Medical Park, Suite 100, Wheeling, West Virginia, 26003, United States of America

About the role

As a Social Worker at DaVita, you’ll be a vital member of each patient’s core care team in an outpatient dialysis setting. You will support and advocate for patients, helping them understand their rights and responsibilities while guiding them in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease. This role focuses on building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in navigating the challenges of dialysis and End Stage Renal Disease.
• Educate patients and families on their rights, responsibilities, and available resources.
• Provide emotional, mental, and financial guidance to patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team in a positive and supportive work environment.
• Participate in clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in clinical practice from an accredited school of Social Work.
• Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
• Clinical License (e.g., LCSW, LICSW) meeting all state licensure requirements.
• Proficient in all experienced-level Social Worker duties.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k match and paid time off (PTO), including PTO cash-out options.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Family resources, including EAP counseling sessions and access to Headspace®.
• Backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, and pet insurance.
• Performance-based rewards for individual and team contributions.

DaVita is a clinical leader with the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS’s standards in government performance programs. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and community for all teammates.