Hospice social worker Jobs in Carmel, IN

Licensed Medical Social Worker - Hospice

This is an outstanding opportunity, with an established provider offering future growth, a wonderful culture and Exceptional Benefits. Job Summary :

Primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform psycho-social assessments, analysis, counseling and referrals to meet the needs of the patient / family.

What You Will Do :

• Assess hospice patient to identify psychosocial, grief, financial, environmental and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community resource referrals
• Provide individual patient / family counseling, crisis intervention, information and assistance with preparation of advance directives, funeral planning issues and transfer of responsibilities relative to legal and fiscal issues
• Facilitate community resources based on patient / family needs

Job Qualifications :

Education :   Bachelors or Master's Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program.

Licensure :   State Certification

Experience :   One (1) year social worker experience in a health care agency.

Special Instructions :  Please do not apply for this position unless you have hospice and / or home health industry experience, no exceptions.