Social Worker/Bereavement Coordinator

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Blended Responsibilities
  • Explain hospice services and Medicare benefits; obtain required consents and documentation as requested.
  • Complete and submit documentation timely, in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Read and apply company policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines in the provision of care and services.
  • Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), contributing to development and implementation of the plan of care.
  • Provide psycho-social and bereavement support to patients, families, and caregivers; engage external/community resources as appropriate.
  • Develop, update, and maintain care plans reflecting current problems, goals, and interventions.
• Education And/or Experience Required
  • Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other field related to social work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting required; and licensure if required by state rules.
  • Will require supervisory oversight by MSW for hospice patient care planning and counseling needs.
  • Preferred - Master's degree in Social Work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred; and licensure if required by state rules.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the provision of grief, loss and/or bereavement support for individuals and families required.
• Skills
  • Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties.
  • Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy. Clinical experience or training related to death, dying, and bereavement. Strong organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• State Specific Requirements
  • Maine Licensure required to be titled "social worker" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected.
• Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.