Hospice Social Worker MSW

About the Role

We are looking for a Social Worker - MSW who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who need healthcare or are embracing the next chapter of their lives. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of quality medical social work services in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local regulations.

Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership, and care.

Responsibilities

• Care and Expectations Management - 45%
  • Provides ongoing assessment of patients, ensuring an accurate evaluation of patient/family needs.
  • Develops a comprehensive care plan addressing the psychosocial needs of the patient and family.
  • Makes home health visits as needed.
  • Works with patients and families regarding coping with illness, accessing resources, or other issues affecting the patient’s health status.
  • Links patient/family with needed services and assists in arranging services and funeral planning.
  • Supervises and cosigns all care plans created by Licensed Social Workers (LSWs).
  • Plans for and participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings.
  • Collaborates with Interdisciplinary Team members regarding crisis situations and ongoing care of patient/family.
  • Evaluates bereavement risk at the start of care, with continued evaluation of bereavement needs.
• Quality and Compliance - 40%
  • Follows current social work professional standards of practice and agency-approved protocols.
  • Monitors all psychosocial-care plans and makes changes as needed.
  • Maintains current and accurate patient records using electronic medical records and paper/chart documentation in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
  • Maintains knowledge of requirements of regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and third-party payers.
  • Participates in quality improvement projects as needed.
• Referral Relations and Service Delivery - 15%
  • Develops and maintains close working relationships with community resources and referral sources.
  • Markets social work/care management services to achieve volume goals.
  • Provides direction in the orientation, in-service, and continuing education of home health care staff.
  • Keeps staff current with changes in healthcare procedures and policies.
  • Commits to quality customer service for internal and external customers.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
• One year of experience in social work in a healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.

Working Conditions

• Sitting: Up to 4 hours/day
• Standing: Up to 8 hours/day
• Walking: Up to 6 hours/day
• Lifting, transferring, pushing, or pulling patients or equipment/supplies: Up to 50 pounds
• Driving: Up to 6 hours/day
• Work weekends, evenings, and holidays: Required as scheduled
• On-call availability: 24/7 for emergencies
• Subject to patients with various disease processes: Occasional
• May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc., including exposure to AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases: II