Social Worker

**Overview:** The Social Worker provides social work case management to hospice patients and their families, addressing the psycho\-social, practical, financial, and legal issues related to end\-of\-life care. **Key Responsibilities:** * Provide medical social work case management to an assigned group of patients and their families via in\-person visits and telephone calls. * Conduct psycho\-social assessments of patients and families to identify their needs and develop individualized care plans. * Educate patients and families about the dying process, coping strategies, and available resources. * Advocate for patients' rights and ensure access to necessary services, including financial assistance, legal aid, and spiritual care. * Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team (physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, etc.) to provide holistic patient care. * Act as a resource to interdisciplinary group members in cases where complex psycho\-social problems exist. * Assist interdisciplinary group members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to the care of terminally ill patients and families. * Collaborate with Grief Support Services to ensure that family members at risk for complicated bereavement receive assessments and appropriate referrals for support. * Complete an average of three (3\) patient visits per day. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and services provided. * Participate in community outreach and education programs to promote hospice services. * Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards of social work practice. **Required Education:** * Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution. **Required Experience:** * Minimum of one (1\) year of clinical experience relevant to the counseling and casework needs of hospice patients and families. **Required Skills and Abilities:** * Strong knowledge of social work principles, ethics, and best practices related to end\-of\-life care. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills. * Ability to build rapport and establish trusting relationships with patients and families. * Strong empathy, compassion, and sensitivity to the emotional needs of individuals facing serious illness and loss. * Proficiency in documentation and maintaining accurate patient records. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong organizational and time management skills. * Ability to manage a caseload effectively and prioritize tasks. * Knowledge of community resources and support services. * Proficiency in using electronic health records and other relevant software. * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. **Preferred Experience:** * Experience working with diverse populations and individuals facing end\-of\-life issues. * Demonstrated experience in conducting psycho\-social assessments, developing care plans, and providing counseling and support to patients and families. * Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic patient care