Part Time MSW Social Worker for Hospice

About the role

AdvisaCare Home Health and Hospice is seeking a compassionate (MSW) Medical Social Worker to join their hospice team in Tucson, AZ. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses, this role prioritizes the care and well-being of both patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and bereavement assessments and assists in the development and implementation of goal-directed care plans.
• Provides care, under the direction of a physician, and participates in interdisciplinary team (IDT) conferences, observing, assessing, and bringing information regarding psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, physical, and financial conditions affecting the patient and family.
• Documents all patient/family visits, telephone contacts, and referral actions timely, accurately, and concisely in the patient record.
• Conducts reassessments of patient/family needs and counseling as required.
• Plays an active role as a care advocate for the patient/family unit.
• Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services to promote interagency cooperation and facilitate related referrals.
• Provides ongoing counseling related to issues of death and dying to the patient and family as needed.
• Participates as a member of the Bereavement Team as assigned.
• Adheres to all Hospice policies.

Requirements

• MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• One year of experience in a Hospice Care preferred.
• Valid Driver's License, car insurance, and reliable transportation.

Benefits

• 401K Retirement Plan.
• Medical benefits available for 30+ hour employees.
• Paid general orientation.
• High-tech clientele.
• Advanced skilled training offered.
• Therapy division 24/7 staffing support.

Pay

Weekly paycheck.

Schedule

Part-time position with potential for full-time involvement in volunteer coordinating.