What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health and Hospice Social Worker position at Interim HealthCare Home Health and Hospice?
An Opportunity to Make a Difference in End-of-Life Care
Interim HealthCare is dedicated to delivering high-quality care to patients and families navigating end-of-life challenges. As a Hospice Social Worker, you will provide home-based social services, including pain management, symptom assessment, depression, anxiety, poor nutrition, and resource shortages.
We prioritize our employees' well-being and offer a range of benefits, including comprehensive health insurance plans, paid vacation time, no weekend or holiday rotation, mileage reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, flexible assignments, and 1:1 social worker-to-patient ratios for meaningful outcomes.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to inform care plans
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
- Provide emotional support, counseling, and advocacy services
- Connect patients and families with community resources
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education-accredited program
- Licensed Social Worker in good standing in the state of employment
- Prior hospice experience preferred