Hospice Social Worker

We are looking for an emotionally intelligent Social Worker to act as advocate and help people foster their capacities and coping mechanisms in order to improve and better their daily lives and experiences for our terminally ill patients. Must be self sufficient, and vast understanding of community resources available to patients who may be in need. Must understand Insurance basics as well as reporting guidelines. Minimum of 2 years of social work experience a must

We do require the Covid Vaccine. This position is for a Master's Level Social Worker.

PRN POSITION WITH POSSIBILITY OF TRANSITIONING TO FULL TIME IF CANDIDATE IS A GOOD FIT INTO COMPANY CULTURE

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help clients deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies
• Provide psychosocial counseling to terminally ill patients and their families.
• Understand and be comfortable with the dying process.

• Provide psychosocial assessments as required by CMS guidelines for patients admitted to hospice care.

• Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals

• Monitor and evaluate clients' progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
• Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions
• Maintain accurate records and report on clients' status
• Attend case conferences and provide evidence in court
• Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams
• Refer clients to community services to help them in recovery

Skills

• Proven work experience as a social worker, minimum of 2 years in hospice or palliative care.

• Master Level education a must

• Working knowledge of social theories and practices

• Social perceptiveness and empathy
• Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships
• Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups
• Resilience along with ability to assess situations
• Willing to submit to background checks
• MS degree in social work (MSW), psychology or sociology

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Experience:

• Hospice care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LMSW (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road