SOCIAL WORKER/LMSW LICENSED, HOSPICE REIMBURSED
Description
WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH
Purpose.
No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.
Excellence.
We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.
Team Spirit.
We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.
Award Winning Performance.
We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH
Sometimes referred to as “SGMC,” SGMC Health offers a variety of benefit options depending on the role. These include healthcare insurance, supplementary benefits, retirement plans, opportunities for career advancement, and more. Below are some of the benefits available:
- Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee discounts
- Company paid life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Cancer Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On-the-job training and skills development
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program
JOB LOCATION
Hospice
DEPARTMENT
AR - HOSPICE
SCHEDULE
Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift
POSITION SUMMARY
The Hospice Social Worker is responsible as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team to provide supportive services to meet patient/family/caregiver social, emotional, and economic needs in relation to the impact of a terminal illness, including assisting with bereavement support as indicated. May also participate in the provision of grief counseling/stress management services to hospice staff, volunteers, and others within the community.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Master of Social Work degree from a school of social work accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education
Required licensure by the State of Georgia – LMSW, with LCSW preferred
Minimum of two years of varied Social Work experience preferred (prefer prior experience in Hospice/Palliative Care)
Demonstrated understanding of and adherence to the hospice philosophy and ability to work as member of interdisciplinary team in meeting the unique needs of the terminally ill
Certification in hospice/palliative care strongly preferred
Must possess strong skills in psychosocial assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of patient care
Must have positive attitude with demonstrated ability to handle delicate situations and to communicate effectively with members of the hospice team, patients/families, and community agencies/institutions
Must possess ability to work non-judgmentally with persons of diverse cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds and lifestyles
Must be self motivated with strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, handle pressure, and utilize critical thinking/problem-solving techniques
Demonstrated ability to respond well to supervision and work independently with minimal direction and appropriate collaboration when required
Ability to operate clinical equipment as well as office equipment such as computers, telecommunications devices, etc.
Must have current Georgia driver’s license with satisfactory driving record and the availability of a reliable, licensed and insured vehicle for use on the job
Must have current CPR certification
WORKING CONDITIONS
- ADA Information
Hospice office, patient homes, nursing homes, inpatient hospice unit, and various community settings.
Primarily weekdays, but occasionally requires long, irregular, or flexible work hours including some weekend or evening hours when caseload is high or when special Hospice events are scheduled.
Frequent travel within service area with occasional overnight out of town educational workshops, approximately 1-2X per year.
Periods of moderate to high levels of stress and emotionally difficult situations.
Physical work may require sitting, standing, bending, and lifting or pushing objects, usually with a 25 lb maximum.
Ability to operate basic office machines such as telephone, fax, copier, and computer required.