Social Worker, Mental Health

Social Worker### Social Worker Apply:
Pinellas Park, FL:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR100641
** Empath Health
** is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate
** Social Worker
** to join our  
** PACE
* * team to provide comprehensive medical and social services that allow seniors to remain safe and independent in their communities.  You will make a direct impact on the lives of older adults and their families while helping shape the future of integrated senior care.  ##
** What is PACE?
** The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a unique care model designed to help older adults remain independent and safe in their own homes.  
• Relationship-Based Care with Real Impact:
Build lasting connections with participants, supporting their independence and mobility—this is a meaningful alternative to inpatient rehab or traditional outpatient care.  
• Team-Driven, Preventive Focus:
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other clinicians in a true interdisciplinary care model focused on prevention and holistic well-being.  ##
** What You’ll Do
** Under the supervision of the Operations Manager and/or Social Worker Supervisor, plans, organizes and implements social services to PACE participants and families.
* Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  assessment, treatment, teaching and counseling of participant, caregiver or other appropriate representatives.
* The Social Work interventions could include individual participant contacts; appropriate collateral contacts; participant and family education, assessment, and counseling; provision of resources; ongoing case management; advocacy to ensure participant and caregiver needs are met and addressed; and disenrollment procedures.
* The Social Worker is the liaison between the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), caregiver representatives, and community agencies. Directly reports to the Social Worker Supervisor.  ##
** Why Join Empath Health?**
* ** Earn Competitive Pay:
** Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
* ** Benefits & Wellness:
** Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
* ** Industry-Leading PTO:
** 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
* ** Grow Your Career:
** CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
* ** Make a Difference:
** Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.  ##
** What You’ll Need**
* ** Education and/or

Experience:

** Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
* At least one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting on a multidisciplinary team is preferable (the one-year Masters level internship would meet this requirement) and has a current Florida license, orIs registered with the State of Florida as a Registered Intern actively working on licensure, orIs in the process of becoming a Registered Intern with the State of Florida and will have a registration within 90 days of hire.
* Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
* For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.

** Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
** Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing
** Full Life Care
** through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice,…