Home Health and Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

Home Health and Hospice Social Worker

The medical social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services.

Responsibilities

· Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse.

· Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.

· Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.

· Provides information and referral services for Organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.

· Provides information to patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.

· Serves as liaison between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies.

· Maintains collaborative relationships with Organization personnel to support patient care.

· Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and organization personnel.

· Participates in the development of the total plan of care and case conferences as required.

· Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.

· Participates in discharge planning.

· Other duties as delegated by the Director of Nursing /Supervisor.

Requirements

· Graduate of a bachelor's or master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

· Minimum of one year's experience in health care.

· Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners AZBBHE licensure preferred.

· MSW preferred.

· Experience in a home health or hospice care preferred.

· Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

· Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.

· Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.

The Pines Home Health and Hospice believes the best care comes when we collaborate in the care of our patients and their families. This means we problem solve together, we hold each other accountable to provide their best, we train together, we celebrate each other, and we help each other grow in our professions. We have done the hard work and training to be a team that ensures our patients and their families get our best. One of our social workers summed it up when he stated, “Every place says they believe in teamwork, but I have to tell you, we really mean it and do it.” Hospice of the Pines’ team is committed to being great together so you can experience peace, comfort, and quality of life.