Social Worker MSW - Volunteer Coordinator at Heartland Hospice

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychosocial Support, Case Management, Education, Volunteer Coordination, Cultural Sensitivity, Long Term Care Planning, Advanced Care Planning, Patient Advocacy, Crisis Support, Monitoring Safety, Volunteer Training, Documentation, Healthcare Knowledge, Hospice Knowledge, Emotional Support, Stress Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview We’re looking for a Social Worker (L-MSW) –Volunteer Coordinator to join our team. You will report directly to the Executive Director or Administrator. You will be responsible for providing psychosocial support to the patient and family members and representing the volunteers and advocating for volunteer services. Performs psychosocial assessments, case management, education and ongoing evaluation of patients and families Provides social work expertise regarding changes to the patient’s level of care Provides casework and service management of patients requiring information about or monitoring: Family relationships, meaning of illness to the patient and his/her family, cultural and spiritual attitudes in relationship to illness, Long term care planning (including process for placement) and advanced care planning expertise Monitors the safety of the patient environment Supervises all volunteer activities Assesses patient and family request for a volunteer and assigns volunteer as appropriate Oversees volunteer trainings, maintaining of volunteer personnel files, ensures volunteer visits and timely documentation About You Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School Licensure as required by the state in which the hospice is located One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program Competitive Salaries Mileage Reimbursement Professional Growth and Development Opportunities Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

Responsibilities

The Social Worker will provide psychosocial support to patients and their families, perform assessments, and manage volunteer activities. They will also advocate for volunteer services and ensure the safety of the patient environment.