Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)

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Join Our Compassionate Team as a Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)

At Interim HealthCare , the nation's leading home care provider, we are seeking a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to become a vital part of our team as a Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) . This role offers you the chance to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of terminally ill patients and their families, providing them with crucial emotional support and resources during challenging times. If you are driven by a passion for helping others, especially those facing end-of-life situations, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Our Mission: At Interim HealthCare, we strive to honor God by enriching human life.

Who We Are: With over 45 years of service to our community, Interim HealthCare embodies stability, integrity, and a commitment to exceptional care. Our clinicians thrive in a culture that prioritizes compassion, respect, and outstanding patient outcomes. We offer flexible career assignments that allow you to balance your work and personal life, enabling you to provide the best care possible.

What We Offer:

• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios to impact patient outcomes.
• Flexible assignments for enhanced work-life balance.
• Matching 401K and HSA.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs).
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Tuition assistance.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work under the guidance of the Medical Director.
• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments within five (5) calendar days of patient admission and update as necessary.
• Offer counseling to patients and families, addressing mental and emotional challenges, thereby improving coping mechanisms and reducing barriers to care.
• Identify and integrate cultural or religious needs into the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Support families through anticipatory grief and refer them to appropriate resources.
• Evaluate financial and environmental concerns and connect families with relevant community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and psychosocial support to patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team (IDG).
• Update facility staff on psychosocial progress, particularly in inpatient or respite care settings.
• Contribute to the development and review of the IDG care plan, attending scheduled meetings.
• Assist with advance directives, legal, and financial matters, including power of attorney and funeral arrangements.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure emotional and social aspects of end-of-life care are considered.
• Participate in discharge planning and modify care plans as the patient's condition changes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record, adhering to documentation standards.
• Treat all team members with respect and support their efforts to achieve patient care goals.

This position is crucial in providing compassionate support to patients and families during the challenges of end-of-life care.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current LMSW certification .
• Previous experience in hospice, palliative care, or related fields is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills .
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting terminally ill patients and their families.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Others - Apply Today!

Join us in honoring life and providing compassionate care that creates a lasting legacy. We look forward to your application!

Interim HealthCare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment for all employees.