Hospice Social Worker at Empath Hospice Care Center
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Job Location:
Winter Haven, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing comfort and dignity. Apply now to make a difference!
Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:00am-5:30pm
About the Role:
Tidewell Hospice is seeking a Social Workerto support patients and families during their end-of-life journey. This role provides psychosocial support care coordination and resource assistance to ensure comfort and dignity for those we serve.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess patient and family needs related to coping mental health financial resources and caregiver support.
- Provide individual and family counseling crisis intervention and bereavement support.
- Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and manage patient care plans.
- Assist with financial resources Medicare/Medicaid and long-term care planning.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and participate in IDG meetings.
- Support patients and families with advance directives and memorial planning.
- Educate the community on hospice care.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
Qualifications:
- Education & Experience:Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting (internships may qualify).
- Licensure: Must hold one of the following Florida licenses or License eligible (Registered Intern) within 90 days of hire:
- Social Work (LCSW) or Social Work (RCSWI)
- Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Mental Health Counselor (RMHCI)
- Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFTI)
- Other Requirements:
- Valid Florida drivers license and reliable transportation for field-based roles.
- Proof of valid auto insurance.
Why Join Us
Empath Health values diversity and is committed to providing compassionate high-quality care. We are a High Reliability Organizationfocused on zero harmand patient client and staff safety. Participation in our seasonal flu program is required for employment.
Make a differenceapply today!
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Key Skills
- Catheter Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Patient Care
- Communication skills
- Computer Skills
- Hospice Care
- Vital Signs Experience
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Cerner
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