Social Worker (MSW) - Home Health - PRN

About the role

Join VitalCaring – where your work changes lives. As a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Home Health, you play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate the emotional, social, and environmental challenges that come with illness. This is a field-based, patient-centered role for someone who is compassionate, resourceful, and driven to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

Why Join VitalCaring?

• Meaningful Impact – Help patients and families navigate life’s most complex moments
• Autonomy + Flexibility – Manage your day in a field-based, patient-focused role
• Collaborative Team – Partner with nurses, therapists, and physicians to deliver holistic care
• Growth & Development – Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
• Work-Life Balance – Flexibility designed for sustainability

Responsibilities

• Provide Patient & Family Support
  • Assess patients’ psychosocial needs related to illness, environment, and support systems
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and practical needs
  • Provide counseling, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers
  • Assist patients and families with navigating resources, financial concerns, and care planning
• Connect Patients to Resources
  • Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and community agencies
  • Build and maintain relationships with local organizations to support patient needs
• Collaborate with the Care Team
  • Partner with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care
  • Participate in case conferences and contribute to comprehensive care planning
  • Support discharge planning to ensure safe and successful transitions
• Document & Communicate
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Communicate patient needs and updates clearly with the care team and referring providers
  • Uphold professional standards and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
• Active licensure in the state of practice (as required)
• 1+ year of healthcare experience preferred (home health strongly preferred)
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Skills

• Strong empathy and emotional intelligence
• Ability to navigate complex family dynamics and social situations
• Resourceful, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Passion for patient-centered, home-based care

About Us

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring is a leading home health and hospice provider with 100+ locations nationwide. Our mission is simple: to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring. Our values guide everything we do: Trustworthy, Capable, Compassionate, Proactive, Called.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Pharmacy benefits
  • Virtual care and mental health support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Supplemental health and life insurance
• Financial & Protection
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee referral program
  • Prepaid legal services
  • Identity theft protection
• Work-Life Balance & Perks
  • Generous paid time off
  • Pet insurance
  • Tuition and continuing education reimbursement