Hospice and Palliative Care are deeply personal journeys rooted in compassion and empathy. As Social Workers, we stand at the forefront of providing unwavering emotional support to patients and families as they navigate these challenging paths. From facilitating some of the most difficult conversations to addressing fears, hopes, and wishes with sensitivity and understanding, we play a pivotal role in guiding individuals and families through this transition.

Our team is dedicated to creating meaningful and lasting memories through unique end-of-life programs, such as the Gift of a Day initiative. Additionally, we collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary care team to ensure that each family and patient receives the necessary resources for comfort and well-being.

If you feel a connection to the impact of this work, we want to hear from you!

Social Worker Qualifications:

• Licensed Social Worker
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree completed in a program accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
• 2 years of experience working in a medical setting with experience with hospice and/or palliative care
• Ability to work in both hospice & palliative programs
• Provide emotional, social, and grief support to patients and family members, collaborating with spiritual and bereavement support staff.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Group meetings, identifying social-psychological issues and their interrelatedness with medical problems.
• Assist in coordination and participation in Ultimate Gift Programs, such as Gift of a Day and Veteran Recognitions.
• Reliable personal vehicle/transportation, valid driver’s license, and ability to safely operate said vehicle to visit patients and perform job duties within the field.

Social Work Benefits & Schedule:

• Assess and document patient/family social, emotional, financial, and psychological needs as well as resources on the Comprehensive Assessment
• Assist patient and/or family with establishing DNR, advance directives, and/or DPOA or Healthcare proxy as requested
• Assess and arrange patient placement such as Long Term Care, Assisted Living Facilities, and GIP as dictated by patient/family needs
• Work in both Hospice and Palliative care Programs
• Shift: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with support for the on-call team.
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement.
• Ability to grow into a variety of different roles inside our team and organization including leadership opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Nursing home
• Outpatient
• Rehabilitation center

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• New Lebanon, OH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person