Master Social Worker / MSW

About the role

Mission Healthcare is a leading provider of home health and hospice services in the western United States. Our mission is to provide compassionate, accountable, respectful, and excellent care to our patients and their families. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, compassionate, and committed organization.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, chaplains, and others) to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Helps patients and families with advance care planning, including discussions about advance directives, comfort care options, and goals for end-of-life care.
• Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
• Provides information and referral services for Mission patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Offers individual, family, and group counseling to help patients and caregivers manage grief, fear, and anxiety.
• Affords support to families in coping with the challenges of caregiving and navigating the emotional, social, and practical aspects of hospice care.
• Serves as a liaison and provides information between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies for financial assistance, legal support, and respite care services.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Master in Social Work (MSW).
• Active Social Work License.
• Minimum of one year of experience in health care.
• Experience in hospice or home health care strongly preferred.
• Valid BLS, CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable, insured transportation.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of hospice and home health care practices.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees regularly scheduled 30+ hours per week.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts.
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule available.

Contact

To apply, please visit this link.

Equal Opportunity & Veteran-Friendly Employer

We are committed to building an inclusive and compassionate healthcare team. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.