What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker BSW position at Gentiva?
Our Company
SouthernCare, part of the Gentiva family of hospice, home health, palliative, and community care providers, focuses on clinical excellence with compassion and dignity. Our company culture centers around humility, servant leadership, empathy, and innovation while we serve as a leader in the home care industry. Our people and our patient care allow us to make a difference when life matters most. We are passionate about what we do because our care matters.
Overview
We’re looking for a Social Worker (BSW) to join our team.
The Social Worker (BSW) is that member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient / family unit based on an assessment that identifies the needs, goals, interventions and services indicated accordance with the established plan of care and to utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.
About You
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE School
Licensue as required by the state in which the hospice is located
One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and / or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred
Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range – $23.75 / hr to $27.95 / hr
We Offer
Comprehensive Benefits Package : Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
Competitive Salaries
Mileage Reimbursement
Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
ReqID : 2024-114752
Category : Clinical
Position Type : Flex / Per Diem
Company : SouthernCare
Type of Service : Hospice Only
Salary : $24 - $28
