Home Health Medical Social Worker

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Hours: We are seeking part-time employees.

We have teams looking for coverage in the following areas:

• Dade City
• Winter Haven/Sebring

• Assists patients and caregivers in understanding, accepting, and following medical recommendations.
• Develops individualized Plans of Care to address patients' needs and adjustments due to illness or injury.
• Locates and refers patients and families to appropriate community resources.
• Maintains communication with the primary nurse regarding patient needs and concerns and participates in patient case conferences and discharge planning to ensure comprehensive care.
• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient interactions and case information.
• Serves as a resource for nursing staff regarding available community assistance for patients.
• Offers advocacy and liaison services with individuals or agencies to facilitate necessary interventions.
• Conducts in-service education and participates in staff meetings to promote professional development.
• Engages in public relations activities and maintains community interfaces with agencies and other professionals.
• Provides consultative services regarding social service needs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Initiates patient contact and conducts home visits to assess social, emotional, and financial factors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be fluent in the English language. [Required]

• Valid Florida Driver’s License and safe driving record. [Required]

Education:

• Master's [Required]

Field of Study:

• Graduate of an approved social work program.

Work Experience:

• 1+ experience in community health [Preferred]

• 1+ experience in medicare certified home health agency [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

• Driver's License (DL) [Required]

• Auto Insurance (AL) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/yde4bfwx

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.