Hospice Social Worker- MSW

Job Description

Job Description

Capital City Hospice is proud to be Ohio-made. Every decision we make about hospice care is made with patients and families in mind.

Our team is rooted in the communities we serve and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of care for our fellow Central Ohio residents.

We believe that the best definition of care is determined by the wishes and needs of patients and their families. We are committed to supporting our patients to remain wherever they call home throughout their entire journey.

To accomplish this, we strive to support not only our patients but the team that serves them. Our team carries low patient caseloads and are never on call.

We provide a positive work experience for our employees by empowering our staff and giving them rewarding careers with manageable workloads, support, and flexibility.

Come join the fastest-growing hospice care in the Midwest.

Schedule : Monday-Friday 8a-5p

What We offer :

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life / AD&D, disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do :

Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families / caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care.

Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required

• Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided
• Counsels patient and family / caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Provides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient / family needs
• Serves as liaison between patients and families / caregivers and community agencies

Qualifications :

• Social Work Degree
• Idaho : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• Illinois : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• Ohio : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• The bachelor’s degree can be in Psychology, sociology, or other field related to Social Work.
• Oregon : Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• New Mexico : Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Tennessee : Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Texas : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• Virginia : Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• Current State Licensure in Social Work
• Idaho : LSW, LMSW, or LCSW
• Illinois : LSW or LCSW
• Ohio : LSW, LISW, or LPSW-S
• Oregon : LMSW or LCSW
• New Mexico : LMSW or LCSW
• Tennessee : LMSW or LAPSW can practice under the supervision of an LCSW or LCSW
• Texas : LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW
• Virginia : Licensed not required.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required
14 days ago