Job Summary
Are you looking to make a difference by providing high-quality service with a personal touch that impacts the lives of members of a high-profile and important Federal Program? Would you like to be part of a highly-skilled clinical team including home-based Social Workers focused on supporting individuals in maximizing their health and productivity?
Responsibilities
As a Social Worker, you will work independently in your home office setting while being part of a supportive nationwide team. You will provide continuity of care for assigned patients in the acute and post-acute settings. Provide/evaluate the biopsychosocial impact on patient plan of care. Evaluate the patient's ability to progress throughout the continuum of care. Work collaboratively in communication with physicians, case managers, and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team to effect timely and appropriate patient management and the progression of the care plan. Psychosocial Assessment and Interventions. Understand pre-acute and post-acute resources. Provide coordination of services and act as the key liaison between the patient, the patient's family, and the interdisciplinary healthcare members.
Social Worker Qualifications
Bachelors (BSW) or Master's degree in social work (MSW)
Valid and current relevant state license
Working knowledge of assessing and addressing the specific needs of the targeted population
3+ years related social work experience with at least 1 year working with chronic health conditions
Identification, diagnosis, or treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), preferred
Effective interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain a calm, supportive attitude during crisis or potential crisis situations
Attention to detail, timetables, and commitment to completing tasks
Experience with Microsoft Windows and computer savvy
Must be well organized, efficient, and able to work independently and within a team
Responsible for having reliable High-Speed Cable or Fiber Optic Internet service and Internet Router in established home office
Must have Excellent Communication Skills via Phone, E-Mail, Text, Verbal, and Documentation Skills and provide 24 hours follow up to all communication
U.S. Citizenship
Prior to hiring and training ability to pass a preliminary credit and background check
In addition to a competitive salary, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, and incentive compensation, MCA offers participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with a company match. You will also be eligible for participation in our tuition reimbursement program and many other benefits. If you would like to contribute to our important mission and work collegially in a professional organization that values intelligence, integrity, and initiative, consider a career with MCA.
Managed Care Advisors, Inc. (MCA), a fully owned subsidiary of Sedgwick, is a Bethesda, Maryland-based government contracting firm and leading provider of workers' compensation and specialty health plan products and services to the U.S. federal government and private industry customers nationwide and across all US Territories. We are looking for a Full-Time Social Worker with a desire to make a difference!
No phone calls, please!
The information provided above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work of the position. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.
Important Information
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a credit and criminal background check and obtain and maintain confidential-level security clearance upon hire. We participate in the United States Federal Government E-Verify program to confirm the employment authorization of employees upon hire.
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MCA is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other classification protected by the federal state, or local laws as appropriate, or upon the protected status of the person's relatives, friends, or associates.
MCA abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
MCA abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
