Social Worker, Home Health and Hospice, MSW, SIGN ON BONUS

Epworth Villa, Oklahoma City's premier Senior Living community, is looking for a Medical Social Worker for our Home Health and Hospice.

We are looking for a dynamic and empathetic individual that is looking for a place to make a long-lasting career. If this sounds like you, we would love to talk to you about our MSW position in Home Health and Hospice.

We have a generous compensation package including a $3,000 sign on bonus for full time, new hire Medical Social Worker. Why Choose Epworth Villa?

At Epworth Villa, we understand that exceptional talent deserves exceptional rewards. Our commitment to our employees is as unwavering as our commitment to our residents.

When you join our family, you can expect : Comprehensive Benefits : We've got you covered with top-notch medical, dental, and vision plans.

Additionally, we offer company-provided life insurance, short and long-term disability, and flexible spending accounts, Work-Life Balance : Enjoy your personal time with 6 paid holidays, a personal float day, and paid time off to recharge and rejuvenate.

Financial Wellness : We're invested in your financial future with 401K contributions starting on day 1, and after one year of successful employment, Epworth Villa generously matches a percentage of your contributions.

Health and Well-being : Prioritize your health with free access to our state-of-the-art on-site fitness center and enjoy discounted meals in our on-site restaurants.

YOUR IMPACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Counsels families and patients considering Hospice services and helps with signing legal documentation to initiate Hospice services.

Assesses emotional factors related to terminal illness. Helps physicians and other interdisciplinary group members in recognizing and understanding the social / mental stress and / or disorder that exacerbates the symptoms related to terminal illness.

Assesses the patient and family / caregiver psychosocial status, potential for risk of suicide, and / or abuse or neglect.

Assesses environmental resources and obstacles to maintaining safety. Participates in the development and revision of the plan of care.

Provides social services, including short-term individual counseling, crisis intervention, and assistance in providing information and preparation of advance directives.

Helps with funeral planning issues and transfer of responsibilities regarding fiscal, legal, and health care decisions. Involves the patient and family / caregiver in the plan of care.

Evaluates patient and family / caregiver response to psychosocial interventions. Assesses caregiver’s ability to function adequately.

Assesses need for counseling related to risk assessment for pathological grief. Assesses special needs related to cultural diversity including communication, space, role of family members, and special traditions.

Identifies the developmental level of patient and family / caregiver and obstacles to learning or ability to participate in the care of the patient.

Addresses patient and family / caregiver questions. Identifies obstacles to compliance and helps in understanding goals of interventions.

Identifies support systems available to reduce stress and facilitate coping with end-of-life care. Evaluates for long-term care when appropriate and assesses ability to accept change in level of care.

Identifies patient and family / caregiver needs when discharged or when level of care changes. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUCCESS : Master's degree in social work. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Current CPR / First Aid certification through the American Heart Association.

Excellent verbal and written skills. Must have a genuine desire to work with the elderly and / or disabled. Communication and interpersonal skills to develop relationships with clients, staff, and providers. Powered by JazzHR