Under general supervision, conducts assessments, develops and implements care plans, provides counseling and support to patients and their family (including children) around dying process, coping, and planning. Assesses needs and links to community resources. Integral member of the Interdisciplinary team.
Education
Master's degree in Social Work from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Experience
One year of social work experience in a health care setting. Previous hospice experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary team in providing patient care
- Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention to detail
- Must possess professional image, positive attitude, enthusiasm, and self-motivation
- Comfortable in maintaining professional boundaries
- Strong self-awareness
- Culturally humble, curious and open to learning about diverse backgrounds
- Proficient computer skills
- Knowledgeable about community resources as well as diligent in researching a wide array of resources including those related to financial benefits
- Demonstrates empathy and compassion
- Effective time management
- Highly organized
- Knowledge of self-care, personal boundaries; abilities, limits and inner resources
- Analytical skills necessary to assess client needs, to establish a plan of care and to implement appropriate interventions
- Ability to function independently and effectively anticipate needs and problems
Licensures, Certifications
Licensed in the State of Maryland as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C). Advanced licensure for LMSWs is required within 3 years of the start date.Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises social work interns as assignedLCSW-C Social Workers may supervise social workers with a LMSW as assignedConducts biopsychosocial assessments of the patient and family as the basis for care planningDevelops and maintains therapeutic relationshipsAddresses the emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs of the patient and family related to the patient's illness, need for care, response to treatment and adjustment to care.Provides individual and family counseling specific to the disease process, coping, and planning.Provides psychosocial education to patients and their family members regarding coping strategies and techniques to manage stress, pain, and other symptoms of illnessConducts a comprehensive needs assessment and assists patients and family members with referrals and linkage to services in the communitySupports the patient and their family through dying processAssures that a patient's end of life wishes are met through education and helps to capture their wishes in legal documents such as MOLST and advanced directivesAssesses and addresses caregiving resources and needsConducts crisis intervention including suicide assessment and preventionConducts bereavement care and grief counseling, including anticipatory responses to and processing griefFacilitates smooth transition from care environmentsAssists with discharge planningParticipates in interdisciplinary group meetingsParticipates on committees as appropriate or assignedEducates staff during IDTs about mental health issues, family dynamics, or psychosocial factors impacting care.Advises IDT members of the maintenance of appropriate and therapeutic boundariesDebriefs difficult cases or deaths within the IDTParticipates in monthly or bimonthly structured peer case conferences or group therapyParticipates in supervision as dictated by the Board of Social Work Examiners regulationsAssists with orientation of new employeesParticipates in the on-call rotation and provides after-hours and holiday coverage as specified by needs of the agency.Identifies and reports abuse and neglect as mandated by lawAssures patient safetyCreates timely and accurate documentationAdheres to Gilchrist standards and facilitates continuously improved processes and servicesAdheres to high standards of personal and professional conductPhysical Requirements
Physical ability to drive in rural, suburban, and urban areas to access client homes for up to 50% of the workday and to access client homes by walking, climbing stairs, etc.Working Conditions
Work is performed inside the organization's offices and in patient homes in all types of weather conditions.Conditions of Employment
Valid driver's license, automobile insurance and reliable automobileMaintain current licensure and certificationsAll roles must demonstrate GBMC Values
GBMC Values
Value Description
Respect
I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellence
I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
Meets and / or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountability
I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamwork
I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical Behavior
I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients / families / coworkersResults
I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products / servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range
$56,785.43 - $90,856.69
Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
COVID-19 Vaccination
All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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