Renal Social Worker

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Renal Social Worker to join our healthcare team. This vital role involves providing comprehensive psychosocial support to patients undergoing renal treatment, including dialysis, transplantation, and end-of-life care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in medical social work, with expertise in patient assessment, community resource coordination, and behavioral health interventions. As a Renal Social Worker, you will play a key role in enhancing patient well-being by addressing emotional, social, and practical needs within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments of patients with renal conditions to identify emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
• Develop individualized care plans that incorporate counseling, resource linkage, and support strategies tailored to each patient’s circumstances.
• Provide clinical counseling and behavioral therapy to assist patients and their families in coping with chronic illness, treatment challenges, and end-of-life issues.
• Coordinate community resources and support services to facilitate access to housing, financial aid, transportation, and other essential needs.
• Collaborate closely with medical teams—including nephrologists, nurses, and case managers
• Maintain accurate medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and clinical ethical guidelines.
• Help patients with insurance challenges

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) ; licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred.
• Proven experience working within hospital or outpatient settings, particularly with renal or chronic disease populations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD coding systems (ICD-10), and medical documentation standards.
• Familiarity with hospice & palliative medicine principles, end-of-life care practices, and advanced care planning.
• Strong skills in crisis intervention, case management, and client communication within diverse cultural contexts.
• Experience working with geriatric patients, individuals with disabilities, or those requiring specialized care such as Alzheimer’s or dementia management is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team while adhering to social work practice standards and confidentiality protocols such as HIPAA.

Join our team to make a meaningful difference by supporting renal patients through compassionate care and expert psychosocial services!

Pay: $72,000.00 - $84,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person