What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker - Hospice - Full Time - Days position at Guthrie?
Position Summary :
Assesses, intervenes, and reassesses the social and emotional factors for clients and their families / caregivers during end of life. Participates as an active member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Assists clients and their caregivers in understanding and coping with the emotional stress of terminal illness and provides supportive education and resources to aid them in preparation for end of life. Provides education, resources, and referrals in the event of live discharges. Actively participates in bereavement activities.
Education, License & Cert :
- Master’s degree in Medical Social Work
- Active NYS Medical Social Work License (LMSW)
- Valid Driver's license
Experience :
Essential Functions :
Maintains and implements rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws, and guidelines including Joint Commission, that impact the Social Work field.
Other Duties :
1. Local travel for this position is required.
2. Participation in community and employee engagement activities is required.
3. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‐inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position.
Patient Contact :
Provides direct care to clients and support systems of all ages.
Education, License & Certification : Master’s in social work and Licensed Medical Social Worker in New York State. Valid driver’s license.
The pay range for this position is $30.34-$48.07
LI-SF1
Salary : $30 - $48
