Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)
Ascend Health · Overland Park, KS · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
About the role
Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! Now Hiring – Social Worker – Overland Park, KS. Hours: M-F 8:30-5.
Responsibilities
- Assesses emotional factors related to terminal illness
- Assesses environmental resources and obstacles to maintain safety
- Provides emotional support, short-term crisis intervention and individual and/or family counseling when indicated
- Maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation and to facilitate related referrals
- Evaluates patient/family response to psychosocial interventions
- Assesses special needs related to cultural diversity including communication, space, role of family members and special traditions
- Performs comprehensive initial psychosocial assessments
- Assesses the patient/family psychosocial status, potential for risk of suicide and/or abuse or neglect
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Social Work
- Minimum 1 year of Bachelor's Social Work experience, Hospice preferred
- Must have a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) certificate
- Understanding of hospice philosophy related to families in crisis and end of life issues
- Ability to multitask & prioritize work load
- Must be willing to travel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive Salaries
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Opportunities to advance and grow your career