What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at Interim HealthCare Home Health and Hospice?
Hospice Medical Social Worker Role at Interim HealthCare
Bring hope to patients facing difficult health issues and end-of-life journeys as a Hospice Social Worker with Interim HealthCare.
We are seeking dedicated professionals to visit patients and families in their homes, providing access to resources, counseling, and support for the highest possible quality of life.
Interim HealthCare offers:
- Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life & short-term & long-term disability insurance and 401(k)/Roth
- Paid vacation time
- No weekend, on-call, or holiday rotation
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee referral bonuses
- Flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance
- 1:1 social worker-to-patient ratios
As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you will:
- Provide home-based social services for patients dealing with end-of-life issues, including care management, pain, symptoms associated with chronic and terminal illnesses, depression, anxiety, poor nutrition, or lack of resources
- Work with a multidisciplinary team focused on the patient's plan of care and individual goals
- Monitor a patient's psychosocial condition and identify social and emotional needs
- Conduct patient assessments, document progress, and ensure patient is moving toward goals
- Provide counseling, community resource planning, crisis intervention, and advocacy
- Consult with family and caregivers on patient's plan of care and how to help them progress
Requirements:
- Graduate of a Bachelor's Degree program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Licensed to practice as a Social Worker in the state in which employed
- Hospice experience preferred
About Interim HealthCare
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation's first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Medical Social Workers. We operate through 300 offices, prioritizing a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates social workers, and a passion to put patients first.
Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
