What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at Trinity Hospice?
Masters' Degree in Social Work is required. Our chosen candidate will support the southern area of our service area, in such areas as Norfolk, Portsmouth, Chesapeake, VA Beach, and must live south of the river.
Job Summary:
The Social Worker will provide social services under the direction of a Physician, to offer support to our patients and their families. Social work services will be based on the patient’s psychosocial assessment, and the patient and family’s needs. The Social Worker will participate in the coordination of care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and participate in on-call rotation per Agency needs.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Assess patient to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community resource referrals.
- Leverage effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
- Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
- Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
- Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
- Attend interdisciplinary team meetings, participate in the patient care planning process and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote coordination of patient care.
- Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.
Education, Experience, and Certifications Needed:
- A Masters Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program is REQUIRED.
- Must possess MSW certification.
- One (1) year social worker experience for a hospice agency/program heavily preferred.
- Working knowledge of community resources.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Must have a current Virginia driver’s license, reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
