Social Worker - Hospice

St. Gabriel's Hospice & Palliative Care is hiring an Social Worker in the San Antonio area!
We pride ourselves in providing exceptional hospice & palliative care with a purpose - our patients and their loved ones are always our number one priority. Candidates should desire to be part of a hard-working and supportive team where they will be valued. If providing stellar patient care is important to you, please apply!
Job Summary:
Medial social services will be provided by a qualified Social Worker, under the direction of a physician. Social work services will be based on the patient's psychosocial assessment and the patient and family's needs. The Social Worker will participate in the coordination of care with the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
Job Qualifications:
Education: Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education preferred.
Licensure: Licensed as required by the state where practicing. Current drivers' license.
Experience: One year of experience in palliative care or hospice preferred.
Skills: Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to work with computers.
Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
Essential Functions:

• Assesses and completes the Comprehensive Assessment within five (5) days of the patient's election of hospice care to identify patient and family's psychosocial, financial, environmental and community needs as evidence by POC documentation, clinical records, IDT meetings and community resource referrals.
• Assists with advance directives, funeral planning, discharge planning, family counseling and may assist in changes in the level of care as indicated by the patient or family's needs.
• Uses effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice and licensing board.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
• Provides patient and family/care giver counseling around issues of end-of-life, death, and grief.
• Promote hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Attends IDT meetings, participate in the patient care planning process and coordinating and collaborating with the IDG to promote coordination of patient care.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for patients and their privacy and property.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency.
• Follows the Hospice infection control policy.
• Promotes the Hospice's philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Participates in the Hospice's educational in-service programs as required.

Environmental and Working Conditions:
Works in patients' homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to t travel locally; exposure to unpleasant weather.
Physical and Mental Effort:
Prolonged standing and walking, required. May require occasionally working under stressful conditions providing counseling and education to terminally ill patients and their families.
We are searching for individuals who possess a high degree of integrity, strong work ethic and a dedication to compassionate patient care. Please submit resume if you are ready to join our team!
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