Medical Social Worker / MSW (Hospice)

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 care across the healthcare continuum. We are dedicated to supporting our employees through comprehensive benefits and a culture of CARES: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, chaplains, and others) to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Help 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.
• Offer individual, family, and group counseling to help patients and caregivers manage grief, fear, and anxiety.
• Aid families in coping with the challenges of caregiving and navigating the emotional, social, and practical aspects of hospice care.
• Serve as a liaison and provide 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).
• State of Utah requires a CSW or LCSW.
• 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 licensed social worker (LCSW) in the state of Utah.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• 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 submit your resume and cover letter. For more information about Mission Healthcare, visit our website or contact us directly.