What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Licensed Social Worker position at Family Home Health and Hospice?
Family Home Health and Hospice -
Family Centered Hospice is a dynamic post-acute care service provider of intermittent home health care, palliative care, hospice care, skilled private care services and custodial private care services.
We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Medical Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team. As a Medical Social Worker, you will assist patients and families to cope with psychosocial challenges to achieving their health care goals. You will utilize a holistic approach to assess patient and family / caregivers needs relative to coordinating appropriate care. You will develop, implement, and update interdisciplinary treatment plans, consult with and educate patient and family and facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and programs. You will participate in team meetings and required in-service training's. Most of this work will be within the hospice / palliative care department with some home health related assignments possible.
This position require driving.
The ideal candidate will have :
- Minimum of 1 year of Medical Social Work experience and possess a LCSW
- Present a compassionate and caring demeanor with the ability to build a rapport with clients
- Possess excellent communication and customer service skills, be well organized, and be comfortable with electronic documentation
- HCHB EMR experience a plus
- Prior hospice / palliative care experience a plus
As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits as being an integral part of a dynamic team-oriented work environment. Join us!
Family offers a generous compensation and benefit package commensurate with this important role. We are committed to attracting and attaining the best talent as an equal opportunity employer.
