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BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Medical Social Worker MSW LMSW for a full time opportunity performing hospice visitsthroughout Bladen Cumberland Harnett Hoke Moore Robeson and Sampson Counties.
Prior hospice experience preferred but not required. As a Medical Social Worker you will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team that provides skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to clients affording them the opportunity to receive the medical care required to remain at home.
Responsibilities include:
* Assessing emotional factors related to terminal illness.
* Assisting the physician and other IDG members in recognizing and understanding the social/mental stress and/or disorder that exacerbates the symptoms related to terminal illness.
* Assessing the patient/family psychosocial status.
* Assessing environmental resources and obstacles to maintaining safety.
* Participating in the development and revision of the plan of care.
* Preparing clinical and progress notes.
* Identifying family dynamics and communication patterns.
* Identifying and utilizing appropriate community resources and assessing client/family ability to
access them.
* Assessing caregivers ability to function adequately.
* Identifying support systems available to reduce stress and facilitate coping with endoflife care.
* Evaluating for longterm care when appropriate and assessing ability to accept change in level of care.
* Evaluating for respite care when appropriate and coordinating respite stays.
* Assisting client/family in assessing financial resources when appropriate.
Qualifications for the ideal candidate:
BAYADA believes that our employees are our greatest asset:
Be part of a caring professional team that is instrumental in providing the highest quality care while developing your career with an industry leader. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Full-Time