Social Worker (LSW/LCSW) - Home Services

The Home Services Social Worker assesses the psychosocial needs of patients and families through comprehensive evaluations. Responsibilities include developing care plans, providing resource support, short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and addressing spiritual, cultural, and environmental factors affecting care. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance family strength, optimize medical benefits, facilitate decision-making, and support end-of-life needs, including addressing imminent death and advanced directives. Key duties involve documenting assessments, implementing and modifying intervention strategies, and ensuring timely communication within electronic medical records. Additional responsibilities include assisting with transportation, food, and utility access, making referrals for home support, applications for benefits, and reporting elder abuse. Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Social Work, licensure as an LSW or LCSW, and at least one year of hospice experience. Skills required encompass teamwork, cultural sensitivity, and understanding of hospice, Medicare benefits, and palliative care philosophy. Compensation ranges from $27.36 to $45.69 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.