Job Description

Empath Health is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our team in Bradenton, FL 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, or
  • Is registered with the State of Florida as a Registered Intern actively working on licensure, or
  • Is 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.

What You’ll Find at Empath Health

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, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.