Social Worker
@ MedStar HealthSocial Worker
About the job
MedStar Health, a large Baltimore-Washington healthcare system, seeks a Master’s-level Social Worker (MSW) to provide social work services for home health patients, including assessments, counseling, care planning, and community resource access. Join a recognized, health-focused organization.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills
- Experience with psychosocial assessments
- Ability to develop care plans
- Experience supporting discharge planning
- Maintain accurate documentation
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- Active licensure (LGSW, LCSW, etc.)
- 2+ years healthcare experience
- Driver’s license and vehicle
- Current CPR, BLS, NRP
Full job description
General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is seeking a Master’s-level Social Worker (MSW) to join our Homecare team. In this role, you'll provide critical social work services to both home health patients and clients under a Montgomery County contract. You’ll offer counseling, connect patients with community resources, and collaborate with healthcare team members to address psychosocial factors affecting treatment, rehabilitation, and medical compliance.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro area—recognized as one of Maryland’s “Healthiest Businesses.” Apply today and discover how MedStar Health can be your next great career move.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans with the patient, family, and healthcare team.
Deliver short-term counseling and facilitate access to community resources as needed.
Support patients with discharge planning, nursing home placements, and resolving social barriers to care.
Maintain timely, accurate documentation in compliance with federal/state regulations and agency policies.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, committees, and community outreach on behalf of the department.
Foster strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Stay current through ongoing education and training.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)-accredited program.
Active licensure required upon hire: LGSW, LCSW, LCSW-C, LISW, or LICSW.
Minimum 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle required.
Current CPR, BLS, and NRP certifications from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Home care experience preferred.
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