A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
Position Overview The Master Social Worker i s responsible and accountable for evaluation, coordination and administration of social work services for patients and their families.
Schedule:
Full Time visits Monday through
Friday Territory:
Elmore, Autauga, Montgomery, Pike, Bullock, Tallapoosa, and Coosa Essential Job Functions Provide social work assessment and services as prescribed by the physician. Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws. Provide a written evaluation defining social work service needs, goals, and expected outcomes in conjunction with Plan of Treatment of referring physician. Participate in the development of overall Plan of Care. Assist physician(s) and interdisciplinary team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to patient health problems, family response, and care at home. Maintain patient confidentiality. Demonstrate an understanding of patient's medical status and updates self on patient/family status as needed or requested. Maintain effective communication between staff, health care team members, and family. Assist patients/families in utilizing community resources that will promote optimum financial and emotional support. Provide physician(s) and Aveanna with written updates on patient/family needs, progress, goals as requested by physician/health care team. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Requirements Current state Social Work license as required by state law and regulation. LMSW is required. Minimum of at least one (1) year medical social work experience Masters degree required Hospice experience preferred Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions) Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work , including: Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies 401(k) with Company match Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund Employee Stock Purchase Plan Our Mission Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time . We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day. HHH As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California Notice for Job Applicants Residing in Florida
