Social Worker MSW

Overview

Position Summary Facilitates communication and coordination between patients, families, and referral sources to maximize patient functioning in the community. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in patient management decisions, within established guidelines, based on organizational policies, procedures, and the professional code of ethics. Performs duties with minimal supervision.

Company Providence at Home with Compassus

Facilitates communication and coordination between patients, families, and referral sources to maximize patient functioning in the community. Exercises independent judgment and discretion in patient management decisions, within established guidelines, based on organizational policies, procedures, and the professional code of ethics. Performs duties with minimal supervision.

• Assess hospice patients’ psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs, as documented in the initial social work assessment, Plan of Care (POC), clinical records, and team meeting notes.
• Provide direct and indirect social services support for patients and families in all HOL service settings (homes, long-term care facilities, hospitals).
• Deliver crisis intervention and supportive counseling for patients and families adjusting to death, dying, and terminal health conditions.
• Complete all documentation in compliance with federal/state hospice regulations and HOL policies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Actively participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing input to support patient/family care objectives.
• Attend team meetings, contribute to care planning, and collaborate with colleagues to coordinate patient/family services.
• Provide consultation and assistance to colleagues, HOL administration, patients/families, and community partners as needed.
• Support level-of-care changes and discharge planning for patients and families.
• Respond promptly to referrals from the interdisciplinary team and community for social services needs.
• Accept assignments consistent with education, experience, and competence.
• Promote teamwork, effectiveness, and efficiency through a cooperative and professional attitude.

• Required - Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work.
• WA/TX:
  Preferred - 1 year of post-Master’s experience in a health care setting.
• AK:
  Preferred - 2 years of supervised, post-Master’s experience in a psychiatric or other health care setting.

• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
  • Requires ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Other
  
  Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to operate standard office equipment and electronic medical records.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Promotes autonomy and self-determination of the patient and family.
  • Assessment skills related to patient and family care.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Cooperative attitude.
  • Ability to work with a variety of healthcare professionals across a wide variety of healthcare settings.
  • Professional appearance and attire.
  • Exhibits flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic and fluid environment.

• Required (Home Health Only): BLS (American Heart Association, Vendor Managed).
• Preferred upon Hire:
  Social Worker License.

State Specific Requirement

• Advanced Social Worker License or Associate License; OR Clinical Independent Social Worker License or Associate License (Vendor Managed).