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Form of workEden Hospice is hiring a Social Worker to provide in-home services to our patients throughout Carson City.
Why choose Eden? We’re interested in you and want you to succeed. Our business is growing rapidly and we want you to grow with us. We have infinite room for advancement, both personally and professionally. We work hard to match you with patients that best fit YOUR skills and YOUR availability. Work 1 on 1 with your patients and establish a rewarding relationship that you won’t get in any other healthcare setting. In addition, Eden Health is a Certified Great Place to Work company, 4 years in a row!
Why choose Eden? We’re interested in you and want you to succeed. Our business is growing rapidly and we want you to grow with us. We have infinite room for advancement, both personally and professionally. We work hard to match you with patients that best fit YOUR skills and YOUR availability. Work 1 on 1 with your patients and establish a rewarding relationship that you won’t get in any other healthcare setting. In addition, Eden Health is a Certified Great Place to Work company, 4 years in a row!
Job Summary:
- Evaluates and develops a plan of care personalized to fit the patient’s psychosocial needs;
- Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the interdisciplinary care team;
- Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties;
- Provides crisis intervention when necessary;
- Educates family/caregivers on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives;
- Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal and health care decision responsibilities;
- Assesses any relationships of the patient’s medical and nursing/therapy needs in the home setting, financial resources and available community resources;
- Observes, documents and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the interdisciplinary care team and Clinical Manager;
- Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) teams and activities;
- Able to supervise/instruct the performance of the Social Work Assistant (BSW/LSW) to assure that all Medical Social services are provided to patients in compliance with company, government and professional standards as applicable;
- Maintains and submits documentation timely per company policy including any case conferences, patient/physician community contacts, visit reports progress notes;
Education/Experience Requirements:
- Masters or doctoral degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Social Worker licensure in the state of practice; if required by state law/regulation
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Proof of automobile insurance (MVR checked)
- Proof of current CPR certification
- Able to pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance
Career Benefits:
- Flexible schedule to meet your needs- work/life balance is important!
- 24/7 Office Support
- Long-Term Service Recognition/Retention Bonus Program
- “Refer a Friend” Bonus Program
- Training and educational Assistance
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Financial Benefits:
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance
- Extra pay for on-call/after-hours availability
- Extra pay for worked Holidays
- Paid full federal mileage rate for visits between patients’ homes
- Continuing Education Credits are paid for – we offer online and in-person education
- Discounts with Verizon Wireless, National and Enterprise car rentals
- Discounted tickets to a variety of events (Disney Land, Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Local Concert/Sporting Events, Hotels/Resorts, etc.
Personal Benefits:
- Paid sick leave and vacation time – eligible employees start accruing time on their first day of employment
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Hardship Fund
- Floating Holiday – use it on your birthday or any other day of the year!
- Dental, Medical, Vision available for part-time and full-time statuses
Eden Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
