Full Time Hospice MSW Social Worker
About this role
AdvisaCare Home Health and Hospice is looking for a Full time compassionate MSW (Masters of Social Work to join our team. AdvisaCare is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the families we serve. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of patients with life limiting illnesses, then we are a fit for you!
If you feel as called as we do to make a difference in the journey of HOSPICE then we are the family for YOU!
Please send us a resume so we can discuss all the new and exciting opportunities happening at AdvisaCare!
• MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) • One year of experience in Home Health Care preferred • Hospice experience preferred • Valid Driver's License, car insurance and reliable transportation
Job Duties:
• Performs initial psychosocial, emotional, spiritual and bereavement assessments and assists in the development and implementation of goal-directed care plans • Provides care under the direction of a physician. Participates in IDT conferences observing, assessing and bringing information regarding psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, physical and financial conditions affecting the patient and family. • Documents all patient/family visits, telephone contacts and referral actions timely, accurately and concisely in the patient record. • Conducts reassessments of patient/family needs and counseling as required. • Provides crisis intervention and individual or family counseling when indicated. • Plays an active role as a care advocate for the patient/family unit. • Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation and to facilitate related referrals. • Provides ongoing counseling related to issues of death and dying to the patient and family as needed. • Participates as a member of the Bereavement Team as assigned. • Adheres to all Hospice policies. • 401K Retirement Plan • Medical benefits Available • Ability to earn PTO • Flexible Scheduling • Excellent Pay • Employee Appreciation program • Rewarding Work Environment • 24/7 staffing support