What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at Gulfside Healthcare?
Gulfside Healthcare Services is expanding our Hospice Service Line for services in Hillsborough County. We are posting this unique opportunity to come grow with Gulfside in our new Hillsborough County operations. We estimate the start date of this position to be mid-end of February with additional positions to be added as we grow. Please contact our Human Resources Team for additional information on our expansion.
The Hospice Social Worker functions under the direct supervision of the Social Work Manager and / or Director of Clinical Social Work and assists and / or facilitates all initial and on-going social services / social work contacts in the field. The field includes patients who reside in private residences, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing homes. The Hospice Social Worker utilizes clinical assessment and intervention and education to maximize patient comfort to enhance the quality of life for the patient / family through psychosocial support, pre-bereavement, resource identification, and education and serves as an advocate for patients / families and their profession.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS :
Must have a master's or bachelor's degree in social work, or in a related field
Must have a minimum of three years of experience in the provision of community social services.
Must have two years of experience in psychosocial assessment of patient / family.
Able to adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the entire organization.
Able to adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the entire organization.
Ability to work with and serve as a mature representative of the Hospice organization.
Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and / or weekends as needed or requested.
Detail oriented, able to multi-task and remain flexible with assignments.
Able to act in a kind, decent and respectful manner at all times.
Must demonstrate skill in conflict resolution.
Must be able to uphold attendance and performance standards.
Must be able to recognize, support and adhere to all GHS policies and procedures.
Must have reliable transportation to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance and have a valid Florida driver's license.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :
Must report for work at scheduled time, ready to perform work functions and remain on task while completing entire scheduled shift.
Represents Gulfside Healthcare Services in a professional and responsible manner.
Practices social work / counseling in a manner that is a model for professional and agency ethics, values and integrity and that complies with the letter and spirit of legal aspects.
Adheres to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and GHS.
Functions as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team in order to enhance the mission, policy and philosophy of GHS.
Complies with all applicable laws and regulations with respect to collaborative agreements.
Is sensitive and compassionate with a patient-centered attitude towards accepting death as a part of life and enhancing the quality of life for patients, assigned to his / her care.
Participates in weekend duty schedule of social workers.
Provides coverage for other social work staff as needed, including weekend rotation coverage.
As part of the Admission team, performs patient psychosocial intake activities and disseminate of information regarding GHS as needed.
When appropriate, assists in identifying and works with high-risk and / or suicidal patients / families and with patients / families experiencing other kinds of non-medical crisis.
Participates in on-going psychosocial, spiritual and bereavement assessment of the patient / family in cooperation with interdisciplinary team.
Assists with the development and implementation of a patient / family personalized care plan, which may include counseling, support information and / or referral to GHS and / or other community resources.
Provides case management services relating to psychosocial needs for patient / family.
Functions with proficiency using EMR software.
Completes clinical documentation, psychosocial assessments, clinical notes and secondary reports in a timely manner, including Bereavement Assessment and cards.
Provides input to Volunteer Coordinator regarding patient / family needs to promote volunteer assignment and match.
Provides individual support services to the bereaved as requested.
Demonstrates continued professional growth and development through participations in educational and in-service training programs for professional staff, providing a record of programs attended to Human Resources. Responsible to review current health care literature relating to duties.
Attends Interdisciplinary Group, case conferences and staff meetings as requested.
Maintains and meets requirements of LCSW Board for CEU, as well as GHS requirements.
Assists in Volunteer training process as requested.
Individually responsible to conduct himself / herself in a safe manner during performance of all job related duties. Also responsible to bring unsafe conditions to the attention of the person within the organization responsible for safety issues.
Assumes responsibilities for project / program development and implementation as assigned.
All other duties / tasks as deemed appropriate for the positions of social worker as requested / delegated or assigned by immediate supervisor or Executive Director.
Functions as a professional and cooperative GHS team leader.
Addresses and supports all GHS policies and procedures.
Responsible to provide continuity of care to patient / family by providing Leave Request regarding anticipated absence.
Maintains a rolling monthly minimum average of twenty (20) patient, client and / or caregiver visits per week.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES :
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Operation of computer
Strong organizational, interpersonal and teambuilding skills
Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and listening, allowing clear and concise communication with staff and patients.
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