Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Care provides social work services to home care patients and their families. Assesses and treats emotional and behavioral problems related to patient illness. Being a Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Care participates as a member of multi-disciplinary team and may assist patients in treatment planning. May contribute to the formulation of discharge plans. Additionally, Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Care requires a master's degree of social work. Typically reports to a senior case manager. Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PART-TIME, - HOSPICE - Medical Social Worker, (Flexible Hours), based in Warren County, PA.
Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional with a heart for providing essential support to individuals and their families during their most vulnerable moments?
HOSPICE OF WARREN COUNTY seeks candidates who desires work life balance. Our position requires 24-30 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Flexible scheduling is available.
At Hospice of Warren County, we believe in delivering exceptional end-of-life care with dignity, compassion, and respect. Our mission is to provide comfort, respect, dignity and peace for patients and families facing life-limiting illness. As a part of our team, you'll be a crucial pillar in helping patients and their loved ones through their challenging journey.
As a MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER at Hospice of Warren County, you will:
· Assess the emotional, psychological, and social needs of patients and their families.
· Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, chaplains, dieticians, counselors to develop a plan of care to address needs related to terminal diagnosis.
· Assist patient, family, and staff in utilizing community resources to meet defined needs.
· Provide counseling, support, and resources to address emotional and practical issues.
· Attend and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals, including our medical director, nurses, chaplains, bereavement & volunteer coordinators.
· Facilitate communication between patients, their families, and the healthcare team.
§ Maintain detailed records and documentation.
§ Assess patient/family ability to meet financial obligations and offer appropriate resources and activate as indicated.
§ Evaluate patient’s insurance coverage and options related to hospice benefit.
§ Assist in discharge planning from hospice service when care is no longer appropriate.
§ Master’s level candidates will provide monthly supervision to non-masters SW staff.
QUALIFCATIONS: To thrive in this role, you should have:
· A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in social work. (Master’s level preferred).
· Licensure as required by Pennsylvania state regulations.
· A compassionate and empathetic personality.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· The ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.36 - $31.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week
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Work Location: On the road
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