Hospice Social Worker

About The Role At JourneyCare Hospice, we believe that every moment matters. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated Hospice Social Worker to join our growing team. In this role, you will be the heart of our psychosocial care, guiding patients and their families through some of life's most meaningful transitions. If you are looking for a career where your empathy meets your expertise, we want to invest in you. Qualifications Social Work DegreeMSW strongly preferredCurrent State Licensure in Social WorkMinimum of one year’s experience in hospice or medical social work in either hospital, palliative care or home health capacity is greatly desired.Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM On-Call Expectations: 1-3 shifts/month On-Call Rotation Afterhours and Weekends: Weeknights: 5PM-8AM and Weekends: 8AM-5PM and 5PM-8AM Location: Barrington, IL. What We Offer Great culture and team atmosphereComprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month401(k) retirement plan with a generous company matchGenerous time off accrualsMileage ReimbursementPaid holidaysTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesEmployee Discount Programs What You’ll Do Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care. Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is requiredDemonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently providedCounsels patient and family/ caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficultiesProvides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of careProvides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needsServes as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies Salary Range: $62,000-$80,000 - Offer based on experience TEXT 12064 to 847-416-8078 to APPLY! Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index. View the full rankings here: https://www.indeed.com/employers/work-wellbeing/work-wellbeing-100-ranking.