What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at IV Care of Middle GA?
Hospice Care Options is a team of experts who support and guide patients and families facing End of Life. We have been given the privilege to serve many patients and families since our inception in 1998. We have a culture of compliance and hire highly qualified staff. We believe in service above self while creating a work-life balance. Each of our team members holds our founding theme of service to others above self as the most fundamental principle in their daily activities. Our focus is to help our patients and families during this difficult time. We place all our efforts here in the Georgia communities in which we each live and work, to serve our neighbors and fellow Georgians. We humbly respect the stewardship responsibility we have in this endeavor.
The most interesting and exciting things you get to do in this position is: serving patients and families with an interdisciplinary approach, serving your community, building rapport with other healthcare providers, educating, helping your team through dynamic situations, and serving people at one of the most critical and sacred moments in life. The Hospice Social Worker establishes, implements, and evaluates goals and objectives for social services to meet and promote the standards of quality and contribute to the organization’s mission and philosophy.
Why should you apply?
- Fulfill your purpose in serving others
- Great work environment
- Competitive pay and benefits for Full-time staff
- Get to work with an excellent team
- You get to work with other bright people who are highly skilled
- Trusting environment
- Opportunity to reach your full career potential with a well-established, family-owned company
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program
- Licensure by Georgia Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare setting
- Knowledge of the Medicare Certified Hospice Program preferred.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of Georgia.
- Ability to either drive or have available reliable transportation and present evidence of valid automobile liability insurance.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and to comprehend written and verbal communication.
- Ability to operate computer equipment, fax, and copier machines.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team setting as well as independently.
- Ability to work with patients and families dealing with life-threatening illness and death.
- Ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients and families in varied settings.
- Ability to make meaningful observations and write comprehensive accurate reports.
- Demonstrates excellence in managing human resources.
- Demonstrates effective public speaking skills and the ability to develop good interpersonal relationships.
**Hospice Care Options is a Drug-Free Workplace**
