Job Description
Job Description
Job Posting
Position: Licensed Social Worker Hospice
Shift: Day Shift
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: Hospice
Position Overview:
Provides professional social work services through comprehensive assessments and effective resolution of issues affecting patients' overall health and well-being. This includes discharge planning and support during emotionally and medically complex situations, with a focus on hospice care.
Essential Duties:
- Provide supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and facilitate therapeutic, support, and educational groups as needed.
- Conduct psycho-social assessments using a systems-based approach.
- Assist patients with Advance Directives and complete required screenings (e.g., Pre-admission Screening for Mental Illness and Intellectual Disability).
- Practice independently in accordance with Ohio licensure; may supervise LSWs, LPCs, and students when delegated by a manager.
- Deliver appropriate interventions to patients and families during times of psychosocial, emotional, or financial stress.
- Act as an advocate and mediator for patients, supporting their right to self-determination with compassion and sensitivity.
- Involve patients and families in decision-making regarding care plans.
- Manage complex family dynamics and deliver high-level patient and family interventions.
- Support orientation and training for new staff and students.
- Monitor length of stay and contribute to strategies that minimize unnecessary resource utilization.
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.
- Stay informed on laws and regulations affecting social work practice.
- Work closely with medical staff, nursing, allied health, and RN Case Managers to support positive patient outcomes.
- If cross-trained and credentialed, may function as a Behavioral Health Therapist or Chemical Dependency Counselor.
- Adhere to the ethical standards established by the State of Ohio Counselor and Social Work Board.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Social Work or Counseling with active licensure in Ohio. (Hospice/Home Care requires MSW.)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- In-depth understanding of human behavior and personality development.
- Ability to apply a holistic approach to patient care.
- Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
- Familiarity with community resource networks.
- Knowledge of Medicaid waiver programs and ability to make appropriate referrals.
- Understanding of the signs of abuse/neglect and compliance with reporting laws and organizational policies.
Additional Details:
- Security Clearance Required: No
- Visa Candidate Considered: No
- Compensation: $58,000 $78,000 annually
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Relocation Assistance: Possible for the ideal candidate
Experience Level: >2 years
Minimum Education: Master's Degree
Ideal Candidate:
Licensed Social Worker with experience in hospice or palliative care settings.
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