Hospice Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Join Agape Hospice Care as a Social Worker!

Full Time LMSW

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Cobb / Fulton Counties

No two days are ever the same in healthcare. But, with the support of your team behind you, nothing is impossible to overcome. This is why we are completely committed to the well-being of our employees. Here, you have all you need to grow an incredible healthcare career – from expert guidance to on-hand resources, you’re equipped from day one with all you need. If you’re looking to grow your career but also maintain a work-life balance that suits you, Agape Hospice is the place to do just that.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The social worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social services for the company.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promote and practice the Sage Family of Companies philosophy and mission of “Providing the most compassionate, comprehensive, and qualified care to people with a life-limiting illness to serve them through their individual journey with dignity, respect, and integrity.”
• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families / caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the Registered Nurse Case Manager and other members of the interdisciplinary-nary group (IDG).
• Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required.
• Conducts social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high-risk for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans for intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Counsel patients and family or caregivers as needed in relationship stress and other identified coping difficulties, providing crisis intervention when necessary.
• Assesses for, and educates the IDG, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family or caregiver. Includes communication, role of family, space and any other special traditions or taboos.
• Attends IDG meetings as a member of the IDG.
• Maintains clinical records on all patients as referred to social work.
• Educates patients and families or caregivers on, and assists in, preparation of advance directives.
• Provides information and referral services for patients and families or caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Provides information to patients and families / caregivers and community agencies.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Full Time, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

Cobb / Fulton Counties

Because those who care deserve more.

Whether you are already in the care sector or looking to take your first step, we offer a unique opportunity. The Sage Family of Companies provides the highest standards of care to those at or near the end of their life. As a group, we share a commitment to building a culture where employees have the time and support to do their best work : building meaningful connections with patients and families, growing skills and knowledge, and always looking for ways to improve. We make sure you feel valued, trusted, recognized and rewarded – as well as having the satisfaction of knowing you are growing your career with a company that is highly respected for the quality of care we deliver.

Apply now.

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