Hospice Social Worker - Full Time - M-F - 8a-430p
Hospice Social Worker - Full Time - M-F - 8a-430p
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Job Description
Masters degree in social work required palliative or Hospice experience preferred minimum of 2 years experience.
MD drivers license required.
Job Summary
Works collaboratively with disciplinary team members to meet the psychosocial need of patients and families. Provides end of life counseling education and community resource awareness.
Supports and is responsible for incorporating into job performance the Frederick Health (FH) mission vision core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
Example of Essential Functions:
- Assesses psychosocial spiritual and bereavement needs of patients and Families
- Intervenes based on identified psychosocial needs of the patient/family.
- Documents social work services including assessment plan of care interventions and evaluations of effectiveness of interventions coordination of care/services with other staff or outside resources.
- Facilitates patient/family communication meetings as necessary.
- Participates in discharge planning when needed.
- Assists with facilitating support groups as appropriate.
- Provides adjustment to terminal illness counseling for patient and family.
- Assists in developing and implementing the plan of care.
- Assists physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and endoflife issues.
- Contributes and participates in Quality Management activities.
- Participates in community speaking engagements.
- Participates in agency and community programs to promote understanding of hospice services.
- Stays informed of department/hospital events by reading minutes or attending staff meetings 100 of time.
- Advances professional knowledge and skills.
- Reviews relevant policies and procedures annually and update as necessary.
- Interacts in a calm courteous and professional manner.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge and commitment to Hospice philosophy.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively represent Hospice in the community.
- Ability to work in interdisciplinary team relationship.
- Demonstrates a high level of professional judgment and discretion.
- Demonstrates knowledge of office equipment including but not limited to: telephone pager photocopier facsimile equipment computer and printer.
Minimum Education Training and Experience Required:
- Currently holds a Masters degree in Social Work (LMSW) and is licensed as a Licensed Graduate Social Worker by the State Board of Social Work Examiners.
- Five years social work experience in a health care setting hospice experience preferred.
- Valid Maryland drivers license.
Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your familys needs. Life insurance ShortTerm Income Replacement and LongTerm Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Pay is based on experience skills and education. If position is parttime salary will be prorated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. NonExempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid if applicable.
Hourly range: $29.06 $44.17
Employment Type
Full-Time
