Medical Social Worker | Hospice
Description
Revolutionize Home Care as a Hospice Medical Social Worker in the Springfield, IL area!
Schedule : Monday - Friday 8a-5p CST
At Elara Caring, we believe in providing exceptional care where it matters most - in the comfort of our patients' homes.
We're on a mission to transform the industry, serving over 65,000+ patients daily. Join our team and be part of the revolution! As a Medical Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in developing an extraordinary team of compassionate healthcare providers, making a difference in the lives of our patients every day.
To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care, we need clinicians with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today!
As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, Your New Career Will Include :
Aligned Vision : Ensure all activities align with the vision of Elara Caring and contribute to the success of the Home Health team.
Holistic Patient Assessment : Identify psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs through comprehensive patient assessments.
Effective Communication : Share significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition with the appropriate team members.
Safety Advocacy : Report unsafe conditions and implement safety plans using available resources for patient well-being.
Plan of Care Collaboration : Participate in developing and implementing the Plan of Care to ensure quality and continuity of care.
Skilled Interventions : Deliver skilled services and interventions according to accepted standards and physician's orders.
Patient and Family Support : Counsel, instruct, and involve patients and families in following the Plan of Care and meeting their social work-related needs.
What is Required?
Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in social work from a social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
Current state license as a Social Worker
1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
Social work skills as defined as generally social work standards
50% travel required
Valid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks
You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.