What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker (MSW) position at Newman Regional Health?
We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to work as needed in our Hospice Department who is ready to join an amazing team and make a difference at the largest and most clinically capable Critical Access Hospital in Kansas. Join our team today to begin or continue your career at Newman Regional Health! Our Hospice department has excellent teamwork, and is a highly respected part of the care team. Our caring and compassionate staff provide state-of-the art healthcare 24 hours a day to patients of all ages by adhering to our values of quality, service, people, growth and fiscal responsibility. Come see why we are different and apply today!
This is a PRN position (work as needed)
Successful candidates:
Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work required
- Valid Kansas social work license (LBSW, LMSW, LSCSW)
- Prior experience in social work in a medical setting preferred.
- Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing, with all levels of personnel, medical staff, patients and visitors.
- Ability to speak to groups and provide leadership for support groups and rehabilitation programs.
- Must have good administrative skills and working knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations and procedures.
About Newman Regional Health: Centrally located within the city of Emporia, Newman Regional Health is a 25-bed non-profit critical access hospital owned by the people of Lyon County. Newman Regional Health is a teaching hospital, and is home to the ESU Newman Division of Nursing. We are committed to improving the health of the communities we serve by providing high-quality care. We are continually recognized as one of the Top 10 hospitals in Kansas and one of the Top 50 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States.
