Social Worker - Part Time
Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Do you have a deep passion for helping others through their most vulnerable moments? Would you like a fulfilling career that provides comfort to those in their final journey?
If so, we invite you to join our dedicated team as a Hospice Social Worker.
About Us :
At Sangre de Cristo Community Care, we believe in providing unparalleled care and support to individuals and families facing life-limiting or long-term illnesses.
We're a team united by empathy, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in end-of-life and home health care. Every team member is integral to ensuring our patients' comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Position Overview :
As a Hospice Social Worker, you will provide psychosocial support to patients and their families, assisting them in coping with the challenges of terminal illness and end-of-life care.
This position involves assessing the social and emotional needs of patients and families, providing counseling and support, facilitating communication among care team members, and connecting patients and families with community resources.
Responsibilities :
- Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify needs and concerns.
- Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
- Assist with advance care planning, including discussions about end-of-life preferences and goals of care.
- Advocate for patients and families to ensure their needs are met within the healthcare system.
- Coordinate with community resources and agencies to address practical needs such as housing, transportation, and financial assistance.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes.
What We Offer :
- Competitive Salary - Minimum hourly wage of $24.50
- Mileage reimbursement of sixty-two and a half cents per mile
- Generous Paid Time Off accrual -Up to 19 days for first 1-2 years
- Six paid holidays
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan with 100% vested upon entry and an employer match up to 4%
- Two benefit programs to assist and provide solutions to life’s common hurdles through a free employee assistance program and Worklife
- Free roadside assistance
- On-Demand Pay
- Career & Logo wear
Join Us!
If you're ready to embark on a meaningful journey where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others with the best in Hospice and Home Health Care, we invite you to apply for the Hospice Social Worker position at Sangre de Cristo Community Care.
Join us in providing compassionate care and support to those in need and help us make every moment matter for our patients and their families.
Sangre de Cristo Community Care does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, creed, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation / identity, transgender status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classifications.
Requirements :
- A Bachelor’s Degree in social work, counseling, or related field from an accredited university (Master’s preferred)
- Must have a valid non-restricted driver’s license
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
- Flexibility and availability to work a weekend schedule if needed.
- At least 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.
- Participation in the annual influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Sangre employees