Home Health Social Worker, MSW
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Job Description
- Master’s Social Worker (MSW) – Home Health
- Field-Based | Patient-Centered Care
- Join VitalCaring – Where Your Work Changes Lives
At VitalCaring, we believe care goes beyond the clinical - it’s about supporting the whole person. As a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Home Health, you play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate the emotional, social, and environmental challenges that come with illness.
This is a role for someone who is compassionate, resourceful, and driven to make a meaningful difference - not just in outcomes, but in people’s lives.
Why Join VitalCaring?
- Meaningful Impact – Help patients and families navigate life’s most complex moments
- Autonomy + Flexibility – Manage your day in a field-based, patient-focused role
- Collaborative Team – Partner with nurses, therapists, and physicians to deliver holistic care
- Growth & Development – Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
- Work-Life Balance – Flexibility designed for sustainability
- Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and more
- What You’ll Do
- Provide Patient & Family Support
- Assess patients’ psychosocial needs related to illness, environment, and support systems
- Develop and implement individualized care plans focused on emotional, social, and practical needs
- Provide counseling, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers
- Assist patients and families with navigating resources, financial concerns, and care planning
- Connect Patients to Resources
- Coordinate referrals to community resources and support services
- Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and community agencies
- Build and maintain relationships with local organizations to support patient needs
- Collaborate with the Care Team
- Partner with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure holistic care
- Participate in case conferences and contribute to comprehensive care planning
- Support discharge planning to ensure safe and successful transitions
- Document & Communicate
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Communicate patient needs and updates clearly with the care team and referring providers
- Uphold professional standards and regulatory requirements
- What Sets You Apart
- Strong empathy and emotional intelligence
- Ability to navigate complex family dynamics and social situations
- Resourceful, solution-oriented mindset
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Passion for patient-centered, home-based care
What You Bring
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
- Active licensure in the state of practice (as required)
- 1+ year of healthcare experience preferred (home health strongly preferred)
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
Who We Are
Founded in 2021, VitalCaring is a leading home health and hospice provider with 100+ locations nationwide. Our mission is simple: to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring.
Our values guide everything we do: Trustworthy. Capable. Compassionate. Proactive. Called.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about supporting patients beyond clinical care - and want to be part of a team that truly values your impact - we’d love to connect.
- Benefits That Support You
- Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Pharmacy benefits
- Virtual care and mental health support
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Supplemental health and life insurance
- Financial & Protection
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee referral program
- Prepaid legal services
- Identity theft protection
- Work-Life Balance & Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Pet insurance
Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
The Social Worker will assess patients' psychosocial needs and develop individualized care plans to support emotional and environmental challenges. They will also coordinate community resources and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) and possess active state licensure. At least one year of healthcare experience, preferably in home health, is required along with a valid driver's license and CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 34% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Social Work median $74k (middle half $63k–$85k)299 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Oklahoma index 87.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Oklahoma | 47 active | 6,562 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 34% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Social Worker listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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