Hospice – Social Worker - LCSW / Part-Time at Transitions Hospice - Illinois

Mattoon, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment, Supportive Counseling, Problem Solving, Community Referrals, Bereavement Care, Advanced Directives, Record Keeping, Interdisciplinary Teamwork, On-Call Services, Caseload Management, Hospice Philosophy, Observation, Judgment, Communication, Written Documentation, Self-Directed Work

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Our people are the difference. Transitions Care is a leading hospice organization that has changed the hospice experience for patients, families, and team members. Imagine a healthcare company that provides 24/7 access to services in the comfort of the patient's home - providing the physical, emotional, and spiritual support that allows a patient to focus on living. At Transitions, you don't have to imagine! Apply now to join our team and experience the Transitions difference! As a Social Worker at Transitions Care you will provide a wide range of psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families, including regularly assessing the patient and family psychosocial needs, and pre-bereavement/anticipatory grief needs. Implements the Plan of Care provisions to meet their needs, which include; social service goals for alleviating problems, supportive counseling, problem solving, community referrals pre-bereavement and bereavement care. Local Travel, as necessary. Major Responsibilities Conduct initial psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessment of patient/family/caregiver in a thorough, accurate, compassionate, and timely fashion. Function as a support person for the patient/family/caregiver on an ongoing basis. Function as expert and facilitator of obtaining community resources to meet the needs of patients and families, including financial assistance. Assist families with referrals to community resources when indicated. Assist family with Advanced Directives. Assist family/caregiver in placement of patient in a facility for basic care, when appropriate. Complete and maintain all patient records at patient's residence and submit accurate and relevant notes regarding patient’s condition and care given. Attend and actively participate in team meetings, IDG meetings, and in-services, and contribute positively to patient care planning. Assist patient/family/caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Participate in evening/weekend call as required, conducting on-call services in a clinically competent and responsive manner. Maintain clinical records, statistics, reports, and records for the purpose of evaluation and reporting of agency activities as prescribed and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. Maintain a caseload and deliver care in a cast-effective manner that demonstrates an understanding of hospice reimbursement methodologies. Benefits We Offer Competitive salary 401(k) matching Auto Allowance Gas Card Company Equipment Paid Time Off Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Master’s degree preferred. Master’s degree from school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required in states as specified. Licensure and/or certification as required by the State. Minimum of 2+ years social service experience in a health care setting or social services agency. Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (information and referral, state/federal financial programs, and eligibility requirement, etc…). Strong knowledge of local community resources as it applies to the geographic area. Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices. Understands Hospice philosophy, principles of death/dying. Ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Demonstrates excellent observation, judgement, and communication skills. Anility to provide good written documentation within a timely manner. Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will provide psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families, including regular assessments of psychosocial and pre-bereavement needs, and implementing the Plan of Care to meet these needs through counseling and referrals. Major responsibilities include conducting initial assessments, functioning as a support person, facilitating community resource acquisition, assisting with Advanced Directives, and maintaining accurate patient records.