Medical Social Worker
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Central Coast Community VNA
Monterey, CA, US
Summary
The Medical Social Worker evaluates the social and emotional factors affecting a patient's illness and ability to function within home health and palliative care settings. They collaborate with the healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans and participate in patient care conferences.
Job Description
At Central Coast VNA & Hospice (VNA), we are committed to delivering compassionate, team-driven home health, palliative, and hospice care to individuals and families across the Central Coast. For over 74 years, VNA has provided skilled in-home services, from rehabilitation and chronic disease management to comfort care at life's end. With a focus on dignity, respect, and individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs. As a nonprofit rooted in community trust, VNA upholds a mission of patient-centered care, reinvesting resources into clinical excellence, family support, and accessible community health services. VNA is looking for a Medical Social Worker.
Job Summary: The Medical Social Woker evaluates the social and emotional factors affecting a patient’s illness, care needs, ability to function, and capacity to cope with challenges in daily living with our Home Health and Palliative Care patients. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop individualized treatment plans and actively participates in patient care conferences.
Status: Per Diem
Education/Experience/Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Social Work with at least one year of healthcare experience, or a Master’s degree in Social Work
- At least on year of social work experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in home health
- Possess a current CPR certification
Special Requirements:
- Current California driver's license
- Auto insurance
- Reliable vehicle
Joining VNA means becoming part of a trusted, mission-driven organization with more than 74 years of community-based service. We are dedicated to supporting our employees with meaningful professional growth opportunities, a collaborative environment, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.
The compensation range for this role is determined by factors such as location and required skills. The salary range provided reflects the lowest to highest amount we reasonably anticipate paying for this position at the time of posting. Compensation is influenced by labor market conditions and various factors, including but not limited to: prevailing minimum wage in the area, relevant education, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, sales or revenue targets, and business needs. It is not typical for a new hire to be offered the highest end of the salary range. Pay decisions are based on the unique circumstances of each candidate and position.
In addition to competitive compensation, VNA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 403(b) plan
We are proud to provide a workplace where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community we serve. Please visit www.ccvna.com to apply, we look forward to welcoming the next dedicated professional to our team.
Central Coast VNA & Hospice is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest quality health care to residents of the Central Coast by meeting their individual needs in an ethical, effective, caring, and fiscally responsible manner.
Founded
1951
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Monterey, CA
Central Coast VNA & Hospice is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing the highest quality health care to residents of the Central Coast by meeting their individual needs in an ethical, effective, caring, and fiscally responsible manner.
Founded
1951
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Monterey, CA