Per Diem Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

Per Diem Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services.

Responsibilities

· Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.

· Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.

· Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.

· Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.

· Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.

· Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.

· Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization personnel to support patient care.

· Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.

· Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.

· Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.

· Participates in discharge planning.

· Other duties as delegated by the Director of Nursing /Supervisor.

Requirements

· Graduate of a master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

· Minimum of one year's experience in health care.

· State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners licensure preferred.

· MSW preferred.

· Experience in a home health or hospice care preferred.

· Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

· Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

· Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

At Frontier Home Health & Hospice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for individuals at every stage of life. Our focus is to help you maintain the highest quality of life, right in the comfort of your own home. We recognize the importance of family and treat yours as if it were our own. With compassion and understanding, we’re here to listen, support, and respond to your unique needs.