Social Worker Job at Relode in Takoma Park

Home HealthSocial Workers are needed for a dynamic, fast-paced start-up with an innovative care management position that is transforming the delivery of kidney care. You will drive to patients' homes who suffer from chronic kidney disease. We are looking for someone who works well with ambiguity, drive time, and telehealth components. Most patients are suffering from chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease.

Tele-health! Ability to take calls remotely on some nights and weekends Self-starter with theability to work independentlywith minimal supervision Mustshow empathyand quicklybuild relationships with patients and CBOsExcellentverbal communication skillsboth in person and on the phone Must be fully vaccinated Must be willing to travel to the patient's home Competitive compensation, of$65,000 Flexible paid leave(PTO), sick days, and vacation policy Full Benefits(Medical, Dental, & Vision)401K PlanLaptop & Phone Allowance(if applicable details will be discussed) Internal Growth Opportunities Job Descriptions Lots of driving! This position will cover atwo-hour travel radius .Rare domestic travelmay be required toheadquarters in Nashville, TNAbility to occasionally visit patients or take calls remotely onsome nights and weekends Work with Microsoft Officeandmobile phone and web-based applications Perform in-home care management visitsto assess and impact their social and behavioral status Work closely with Care Teamto ensure continual progress on all care management goals Assess social determinantsof health needs and develop a plan for addressing them Perform behavioral, environmental, and social support assessments and surveys Deliver individual, family, and group educationon living with chronic illness Engage family and social support groups in the education and care of patients Assess patients and refer them to behavioral health specialists for diagnosis and treatment Help patients to understand accept and follow medical and lifestyle recommendations Serve as the point of contactfor patient questions regarding social and behavioral Facilitate conversationsaround and consideration of proactive care decisions, especially relating to transplantation, home modalities, and AV fistula placement Initiate patient relationships through enrollment and onboarding processes Document patient updates and progress in the EMRIdentify, vet, and build relationships with local Community-Based Organizations Introduce patients to appropriate resources and act as the patient advocate Serve as subject matter expert on social determinants for other members of the Care Team