Hospice Social Worker

About the role

Catholic Community Health is a nonprofit faith-based organization committed to providing hospice care and support to patients and their families. We are dedicated to redefining end-of-life care by setting the standard for exceptional care that prioritizes one-on-one interactions, lower caseloads, and holistic care.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary group, either verbally or through documentation in EMR.
• Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risk for suicide, neglect or abuse, and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Counsels patients and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Coordinates respite stays as per family/caregiver needs, facilitating the review of medical records and all that is included in the preparation of and follow-through of the respite stay.
• Provides bereavement counseling.
• Educates patients on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives and durable power of attorney for healthcare, if not previously executed, and only if the patient is cognizant.
• Maintains clinical competency.
• Assists in coordination of care with personnel at nursing facilities or patients’ other living settings.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Supports patients and families with personalized, one-on-one interactions.
• Upholds the values and mission of Catholic Community Health in all interactions.

Requirements

• BSW, MSW or LCSW required
• Hospice experience preferred
• Alignment with the values and mission of Catholic Community Health
• Ability to work effectively in an environment that is very diverse
• Must possess a valid Driver’s license, dependable transportation, current vehicle insurance, and a verified safe driving record
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to multitask effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment