What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Social Worker - Hospice Care position at Tufts Medicine Care at Home?
Job Description:
Tufts Medicine Care at Home seeks an experienced Clinical Social Worker to join our Hospice Team. This role provides clinical social work services to patients and families, focusing on psychosocial assessments and interventions in various care settings.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Social Work and be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with at least one year of relevant experience. They will have excellent communication skills, a patient-centered approach, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Tufts Medicine Care at Home seeks an experienced Clinical Social Worker to join our Hospice Team. This role provides clinical social work services to patients and families, focusing on psychosocial assessments and interventions in various care settings.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Social Work and be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), with at least one year of relevant experience. They will have excellent communication skills, a patient-centered approach, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients and families in various care settings.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to promote smooth, coordinated care plans.
- Address crisis situations, such as suicide, homicide, family violence, elder or child abuse.
- Develop and implement effective discharge plans to ensure continuity of care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
