Hospice - Hospital Social Worker

Min

USD $27.52/Hr.

Max

USD $42.65/Hr.

Overview

The Hospice Transitions Social Worker approaches the hospice discharge planning process with a patient-centered approach during a time when curative measures no longer add quality-of-life. The Hospice Transitions SW is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for Memorial Medical Center patients referred for hospice services. This includes detailed coordination between providers, agencies, colleagues, the patient, and the family.

The Hospice Transitions SW assesses the needs of the patients and provides counseling to patients and their families while coordinating the transition to hospice and promoting continuity of care. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.

Location:

Springfield, IL

Please note this position is ONSITE 5 days per week Mon - Fri from 7:30am - 4pm and has no on call responsibility.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Master's degree of Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Licensure/Certification /Registry:
• Illinois Licensed Social Worker required (for Advanced Care Management, required within six months of hire date).

Experience:

• Experience working with adults across the life span presenting with chronic or serious illness
• Experience identifying and coordinating the needs of chronically ill patients and families as well as supporting the care team
• Understanding of psychosocial implications of illness, hospice and/or home care death and dying issues.
• Knowledge of local community resources.
• Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness and of the influence of culture on healthcare

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Flexible problem solver who is eager to tackle complex problems and tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to solve problems creatively
• Ability to work across multiple sites of care and multiple members of a care team while managing competing commitments through clear communications
• Ability to work in a changing and ambiguous environment.
• Self-starter with initiative
• Experience identifying issues and developing and implementing solutions
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, planning skills, problem-solving skills, and personal diplomacy skills.
• Demonstrates personal traits of a high level of motivation, team orientation, professionalism and trustworthiness.
• Excellent PC skills, including the use of Microsoft Office products. Familiarity with EMR clinical products preferred.
• Current driver's license and transportation.

Responsibilities

Principal

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:

* SAFETY:
Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.

* QUALITY:
Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.

* INTEGRITY:
Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.

* STEWARDSHIP:
Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities.

2. Upon referral, processes and develops the hospice discharge plan by reviewing the referral information, medical record, and advance directives. Collaborates with appropriate decision maker and appoints a health care surrogate when necessary.

3. Meets with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and ancillary team members to discuss the hospice transition process. Provides an overview and…