Medical Social Worker / MSW (Hospice)

About the role

Mission Healthcare is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States, serving seven states. We are committed to taking care of our people while delivering care with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES). By joining our team, you will impact patients’ lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment.

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.
• Assist families in coping with the challenges of caregiving and navigating the emotional, social, and practical aspects of hospice care.
• Serves as liaison and provides information between patients or families/caregivers and community agencies for financial assistance, legal support and respite care services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Master in Social Work (MSW).
• 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

Pay range (depending on experience): $38.00–$43.00 hourly

Schedule

Per Diem

Territory/Location

Ventura County