Medical Social Worker

Job description

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The Medical Social Worker at On Lok PACE at the Institute on Aging (IOA) provides psychosocial assessment and therapeutic counseling to a caseload of clients with complex medical and psychosocial problems. The Medical Social Worker serves as the primary liaison between participants, family members, and the interdisciplinary care team. REQUIREMENTS: - Conducts in-depth biopsychosocial assessments to determine participant needs across multiple domains, encompassing physical and mental health, financial, and environmental issues. - Utilizes evidence-informed interventi...