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Hospice Medical Social Worker

Lorian Health logoLorian HealthElk Grove, CAPosted 2mo ago
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About the job

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

For more than 20 years, Lorian Health has been a trusted leader in home health care, delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that enhances quality of life and helps individuals maintain their independence in the comfort of their own homes.

At Lorian, you'll find more than a job. You'll build a rewarding career with an organization that values collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. We foster a supportive culture where every team member is empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, families, and the communities we serve.

Location: Surrounding areas (Sacramento)

Preferred Availability: Monday–Friday, 10–20 hours per week, with rotating weekend coverage and on-call responsibilities

What We Offer

Mileage reimbursement

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package, including:

EAP

401(K) with 4% match

Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities

A collaborative, mission-driven team committed to delivering exceptional patient care

As a Home Health MSW, you will:

Assess patients’ social, emotional, and environmental needs and identify appropriate community resources, in-home support services, and other available assistance.

Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to incorporate social and emotional needs into the patient’s Plan of Care (POC).

Provide counseling, education, and support to patients and families/caregivers regarding social needs, community resources, advance directives, and available services.

Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and coordinate services to support patient well-being and independence.

Monitor and communicate changes in patients’ social and support needs to the care team and document relevant findings in the patient health record.

Participate in discharge planning and care coordination to support a safe and effective transition from home health services.

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential electronic clinical documentation in accordance with Lorian policies, HIPAA, and applicable regulations, while participating in continuing education and in-service programs.

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school approved by the Council on Social Work Education.

Master’s degree from a school accredited or approved by the council on Social Work Education.

Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle (per Lorian requirements)

Minimum of one (1) year of recent (within the last three (3) years) experience in a Home Health or Hospice Setting.

This position is based on a pay per visit compensation model. Pay per visit ranges from $45 to $47 visit commensurate with experience and depending on type of visit.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an organization that invests in its people and is committed to excellence, we'd love to welcome you to the Lorian Health team. Together, we're enhancing the quality of life at home.

From Lorian Health's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Lorian Health

Lorian Health is a Medicare-certified home health agency in San Diego, CA providing nursing, therapy and home health aide care at home. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, therapists and caregivers. Source: CMS Home Health Care Agencies

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