What are the responsibilities and job description for the MSW Social Worker position at LHC Group?
Summary
We are hiring a PRN Social Worker (MSW).
At Northern Arizona Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.
As a Social Worker, you can expect:
- the ability to build in-person trusted therapist-patient relationships
- continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
- independence and autonomy
- career growth possibilities
Give your passion to serve others and your drive for better, more advanced quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Assists the patient, significant others, physician, and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental, and social factors and difficulties related to the patient's health problems; which interfere with maximizing the benefit of medical services and the plan of care.
- Contributes as a health care team member to the development of comprehensive, integrated treatment plans for patients.
- Determines patient’s ability to cope with daily living problems and assists patient in coping with illness.
- Assists the patient and significant others to understand, accept, follow, and implement medical recommendations.
- All other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
Education & Experience:
- Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Educations.
- One year of social work experience in a health care setting.
License Requirements:
- Current CPR certification
- Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
