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Medical Social Worker, Home Health Leadership in San Jose

Onsite · San Jose, California
Posted August 14, 2026
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Overview

MSW leadership role shaping home health social work at scale with Best Home Health Providers. Own patient transitions from facility to home, mentor a team of social workers, and help set standards for compassionate care. Lead operations, supervision, and quality across the department in a per diem role.

What You'll Do9

  • 1Build daily operations of the social services team, including policies, procedures, and care coordination with other clinical providers.
  • 2Recruit, onboard, and mentor social workers—providing clinical supervision, observing practice, and supporting professional growth.
  • 3Oversee assessment, planning, and evaluation of social services care, ensuring clinical documentation meets state, federal, and ACHC standards.
  • 4Partner with the Executive Director on annual department budget and resource planning.
  • 5Build strong knowledge of community resources and connect patients and referral sources to the right support.
  • 6Plan in-service training and continuing education to keep the team’s skills sharp.
  • 7Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and identify new ways to better serve patients.
  • 8Perform other duties as required for patient services.
  • 9Flexible Schedule and potential for Full-Time conversion based on performance.

Requirements8

  • 1An MSW from an accredited program.
  • 2Active California license as an LCSW.
  • 3At least 3 years of management experience in home care.
  • 4Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, ACHC standards, and business operations.
  • 5Excellent communication skills and ability to build trust with patients, families, staff, and the community.
  • 6Self-directed, organized, and flexible approach with initiative and collaboration.
  • 7Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance
  • 8Per diem availability with a rate of $100 - $120 per visit

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Jose, California

Required Skills

LeadershipClinical supervisionAssessment and planningHealthcare regulations knowledgeCommunicationMaster of Social Work degreeLCSW licenseManagement experience
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