Medical Social Worker (MSW) – Home Health

Location: San Ramon, CA
Type: Per Diem
Compensation: $45 – $60 per hour

Coverage Area: Local travel within the East Bay area | Mileage reimbursement available

At Qualicare Home Health, we believe that true healing extends beyond physical care. Emotional well-being, family support, and access to community resources are essential components of recovery and quality of life.

Our Medical Social Workers play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate complex life situations with dignity, compassion, and professional guidance. We are currently seeking a dedicated Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our San Ramon-based home health team.

In this role, you will provide psychosocial support, counseling, and care coordination for homebound patients, ensuring they receive the resources and services needed to maintain independence and well-being.

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans
 • Provide guidance regarding advance directives, long-term care planning, and end-of-life decision making
 • Assist patients and families during crisis situations and transitions in care
 • Connect patients with community resources, including transportation, financial assistance, housing, and food support
 • Provide short-term counseling and emotional support to patients and caregivers
 • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
 • Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings
 • Maintain accurate documentation in EMR (Axxess) while ensuring compliance with CMS and Title 22 regulations

Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
 • LCSW preferred, but not required
 • Minimum 1 year of clinical experience (home health or hospice preferred)
 • Current CPR certification
 • Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance
 • Strong communication, advocacy, and time management skills

Benefits
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
 • Access to clinical and administrative support from case managers and office staff
 • Participation in recognition programs such as Clinician of the Week and Clinician of the Month
 • Referral bonuses for licensed clinician referrals
 • Paid Time Off (PTO) eligibility for per diem staff after completing 720 hours of service