Medical Social Worker (MSW)
Company: VNA Health
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About Us: At VNA Health, our
mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and
innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized.
We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real
difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving
positive change in healthcare. Join us in our mission to provide
exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we
serve. Why Join Us: Employer sponsored insurance premiums including
dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of
employment. Generous Wellness Benefit providing annual
reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses. Financial wellness
program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA). Supportive company
culture promoting employee well-being through programs like the
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation
reimbursement. Competitive Compensation: $75,000 - 84,000 hourly
Job Summary: The Medical Social Worker (MSW) contracted or employed
through the organization is responsible for the implementation of
standards of care for medical social work services and for
adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement.
The MSW respects and promotes the mission, values and vision of VNA
Health. Job Duties: Patient Assessment and Intervention Assesses
the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related
to the patient's terminal illness and environment. Provides an
assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance
when this is not safe and another plan is required. Carries out
social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation
findings. Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in
relationship to stress, and problems arising from terminal illness,
related conditions and the dying process.” [Section 418.64(d)].
Conducts an initial bereavement assessment of the patient and
family focusing on social, spiritual and cultural factors and
incorporate it into the POC [Section 418.54 (c)(7)]. Maintains
clinical records on all patients referred to social work. Completes
thorough, accurate, and timely documentation as defined by agency
policy. Provides information and referral services for organization
patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and
environmental needs. Provides information to patients and
families/caregivers and community agencies. Serves as liaison
between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies
as resources for patient and personnel Interdisciplinary Team Work
Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel
to support patient care. Participates in IDT in the development of
comprehensive and updated assessments at least every 14 days and
POC based on the psychosocial assessment of the patient and family
needs and acceptance of the services and attends IDT weekly.
[Section 418.64(c)]. Assists physician and other team members in
understanding significant social and emotional factors related to
health problems and death/dying issues. Participates in discharge
planning as needed. Assists patient and family/caregiver with
securing durable power of attorney and with funeral arrangements,
as needed. Quality The medical social worker must participate in
the hospice’s quality assessment and performance improvement
program. [Section 418.62 (c)] Knowledge of state, federal, local
and accreditation regulations for the delivery of hospice services.
Meets daily average productivity standards set by the agency. Other
duties as delegated by the Social Services Manager. The above
statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the
major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this
job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks
other than those stated in this description. All clinical staff are
expected to participate as needed in variable shifts, including
weekend rotation per staffing needs and departmental holiday
rotation. Qualifications: Master's Degree in social work from a
school accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work
Education Minimum of one year of experience in health care, hospice
experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of
death/dying. Experience in a hospice care preferred.
Bicultural/Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not necessary. Licensed
driver with insured automobile - in accordance with state and/or
organization requirements. Demonstrates good verbal and written
communication, and organization skills. Apply today for our Medical
Social Worker (MSW) role or email recruiter@vna.health with your
resume to be considered! Powered by JazzHR pKYVyQzxvq
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