Job Description
Welcome to an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals facing end-of-life journeys. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Social Worker to join our team, providing essential support and comfort to patients and their families during a challenging chapter. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for those in need and possess the skills to navigate complex emotional landscapes, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our compassionate care community.
Position Description
Primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform psychosocial assessments, analysis, counseling and referrals to meet the needs of the patient/family.
Principal Responsibilities
· Assess hospice patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community resource referrals.
· Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
· Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
· Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
· Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
· Attend interdisciplinary team meeting, participate in the patient care planning process and collaborates with Interdisciplinary Team to promote coordination of patient care.
· Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with the education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.
· Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
· Manage casework needs of patients.
Qualifications
· Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a state accredited program.
· One (1) year Social Worker experience in a health care agency. Hospice or Home Health experience.
· Detailed oriented, excellent communication skills, and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
· Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills.
· Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly.
- Location: Ft. Worth, Bedford, North Richland Hills, TX
- Hours: Varies based on need but candidate must be available 12-20 hours a week to meet patient/family needs