Caregiver Advocate

Healthcare Social Worker

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Social Worker to join our team in Delhi. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved populations.

As a Healthcare Social Worker, you will be responsible for supporting patients with treatment adherence, follow-up, and emotional counseling across multiple healthcare initiatives, primarily Tuberculosis and Rheumatology.

• Support TB and Rheumatology patients with treatment adherence, follow-up, and emotional counseling.
• Assist patients in applying for government and non-government aid programs at both state and central levels.
• Help patients and caregivers with documentation, form submissions, and navigating official processes for availing treatment support.
• Create and maintain a repository of state and national-level patient assistance schemes and health entitlements.
• Track and follow up with patients regularly to ensure continuity of care and linkage to appropriate support programs.
• Coordinate with hospital social work departments, government agencies, and NGOs to ensure patient needs are addressed.
• Identify and build a local donor network, including individuals and community-based groups, willing to support patients financially or in-kind.

Key Responsibilities include creating and maintaining patient records, gathering field-level insights, and contributing to regular reporting and documentation. The role also involves assisting in field logistics, coordination with healthcare staff, and support day-to-day project operations.

To be successful in this role, you must have a Master's degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field, with 2-4 years of relevant experience in healthcare-related social work or public health programs. Graduates from institutions like TISS, PHFI, or similar are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is a full-time position with approximately 50% travel required. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive salary package.

The role requires frequent field travel to government hospitals and patient homes in and around Delhi. If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for underserved populations and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, we encourage you to apply.