MSW Social Worker - Hospice

Company: AdvisaCare
Location: Flint
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Our growing company is expanding our care team to provide the right care, in the right place, at the right time, every time.AdvisaCare Home Health and Hospice is looking for a part time or full time, compassionate MSW to join our Hospice team for our Flint location. AdvisaCare is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the families we serve. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of patients with life limiting illnesses, then we are a fit for you!Requirements* MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)* One year of experience in a Home Health Care preferred* Hospice experience preferred* Valid Driver's License, car insurance and reliable transportationJob Duties* 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 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.* Provides crisis intervention and individual or family counseling when indicated.* Plays an active role as a care advocate for the patient/family unit.* Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation and to 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.Benefits* 401K Retirement Plan* Medical benefits Available* Ability to earn PTO* Flexible Scheduling* Excellent Pay / Weekly paychecks* Employee Appreciation program* Rewarding Work Environment* Paid General Orientation* High- tech Clientele* Advanced Skilled Training offered* Therapy Division* 24/7 staffing support

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