Hospice LMSW - Cincinnati, OH
About The Position
Constellation Health is seeking an LMSW or LICSW to provide hospice-focused medical social work services in the Cincinnati, Ohio community. The social worker implements standards of care for medical social work and follows the conditions of the applicable Service or Employment Agreement. The role assesses and addresses the psychosocial needs of patients with terminal illness and their families or caregivers, communicates findings with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary group, provides counseling and crisis intervention, and contributes to individualized care planning. The social worker also connects patients and families with practical, environmental, and community resources; supports advance-care and end-of-life planning; maintains clinical records and agency relationships; and participates in interdisciplinary and quality-improvement activities. Other related duties may be assigned by the Clinical Supervisor or Director of Clinical Services.
Requirements
- 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 and meeting personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3).
- Possess the licensure, education, training, and qualifications required by applicable rule, regulation, law, or statute for the role in the state.
- Previous home care or hospice experience is required.
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
- Maintain current CPR certification as required by state regulations.
- Be a licensed driver and have an insured automobile that meets state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hospice care is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ and families’ or caregivers’ psychosocial status in relation to terminal illness and environment, communicate findings to the registered nurse and interdisciplinary group, and assist with identifying a safe residence or alternative plan.
- Conduct social evaluations addressing family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, suicide risk, neglect, and abuse; plan interventions based on findings.
- Counsel patients and families or caregivers regarding stress and coping difficulties and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
- Assess and educate the interdisciplinary group about cultural needs, including communication, family roles, space, traditions, and taboos.
- Maintain clinical records for patients referred to social work.
- Educate patients and families about advance directives and assist with their preparation.
- Provide information and referrals concerning practical and environmental needs.
- Provide information to patients, families or caregivers, and community agencies.
- Serve as liaison between patients and families or caregivers and community agencies.
- Maintain collaborative relationships with organizational personnel to support patient care.
- Maintain and develop relationships with public and private agencies as resources for patients and personnel.
- Participate in developing individualized plans of care with patients and families, attend scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, and help the team recognize the effects of psychosocial stresses on terminal illness symptoms.
- Assist physicians and other team members in understanding social and emotional factors related to health problems and death and dying.
- Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement teams and activities.
- Assist patients and families with funeral arrangements and financial, legal, and health-care decision responsibilities.
- Perform other duties delegated by the Clinical Supervisor or Director of Clinical Services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
