Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! SOCIAL WORKER - HOSPICE Job Locations US-CA-SAN DIEGO ID 2024-145260 Line of Business Apreva Hospice Position Type Full-Time Pay Min USD $36.00/Hr. Pay Max USD $40.00/Hr. Our Company

Apreva Hospice

Overview

The social worker employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement.

Responsibilities Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary groupProvides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is requiredCarries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findingsCounsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties  Provides crisis intervention when necessaryAssesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and familyIncludes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboosMaintains clinical records on all patients referred to social workEducates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directivesProvides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needsProvides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agenciesServes as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agenciesMaintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient careMaintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and personnelParticipates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness

Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues

Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities

Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities

Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor

Qualifications  A graduate of a master’s program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

OR

A graduate of a bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.  Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3)Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in health care, hospice experience preferred Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dyingExperience in a hospice care preferredDemonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills Current licensure according to Medicare guidelines to practice in state of operation About our Line of Business At Apreva Hospice, we are committed to bringing the highest level of patient care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients. Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care, from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals. For more information about Apreva Hospice, please visit www.aprevahospice.com. Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook. Salary Range USD $36.00 - $40.00 / Hour