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Social Worker

Legacy Hospice, Inc.
Demopolis, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2025 CLOSED ON 1/31/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Legacy Hospice, Inc.?

Hospice Social Worker:

Make an Impact in Your Community at Legacy Hospice

Location: Demopolis, AL Area Department: Supportive Services

Legacy Hospice, a leading healthcare provider renowned for its compassionate end-of-life care, seeks a dedicated and empathetic Hospice Social Worker to join our dynamic team. Our team-oriented environment encourages a collaborative approach to patient care, and we strive to support your career growth and success.

At Legacy Hospice, we affirm the quality of life and the dignity of each individual we serve. We focus on supporting patients and families through the challenges of terminal illnesses by providing the highest standard of care, enabling them to live as fully and comfortably as possible.

**Join our Team**

We are currently expanding our team and are looking for a Licensed Social Worker. As a member of our team, your compassionate care, communication skills, and understanding of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death will be instrumental in providing direct patient care during the final stages of life.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess the psychosocial status of patients and their families/caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment.
  • Communicates any special needs to the interdisciplinary group.
  • Evaluate family dynamics, caregiver abilities, volunteer and bereavement needs, etc., and provide interventions as necessary.
  • Provides information to patients and their families/caregivers and community agencies.

Key Qualifications:

  • Meets state-specific guidelines, education, and licensure requirements. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3).
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in health care; hospice experience preferred.
  • Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death/dying.
  • Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
  • Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
  • Must be licensed with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Your Role and Growth Opportunities

Upon joining the Legacy family, we provide a comprehensive training program to equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in your role. We believe in flexible onboarding, allowing you to transition into your role at your comfort pace. After the first month, you will be ready to manage your patients independently.

Why Legacy Hospice

Our mission at Legacy Hospice is to deliver the highest quality end-of-life care, guided by our interdisciplinary team. We offer services 24/7, customizing care to our patient’s specific needs. Our culture fosters compassion, and we are committed to treating our patients and each other like family.

Benefits of working at Legacy Hospice:

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Comprehensive insurance and benefit options with generous company contribution.
  • Short-term disability plans and life insurance for all employees.
  • Generous PTO policies and multiple paid holidays.
  • Career advancement opportunities.

Make your mark on a meaningful career. Join Legacy Hospice, where we make a significant difference in the lives of our patients and families and build a culture of caring for each other. Apply today and be part of a team that truly values its members.

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