Hospice Medical Social Worker - Detroit Metro Area
About The Position
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recruiting team will reach out to discuss opportunities with you. Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day. As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day. We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life. We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university
- Current state licensing in social work
- Current and valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage
- Minimum of one year experience in healthcare
- Medical Social Work skills are as defined by accepted MSW standards
- Understands the hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying
- Experience and or education in grief or loss counseling
- Demonstrates ability to assess and respond to the needs of patient’s families and caregivers in varied settings and to function effectively in the home or nursing facility environment
- Demonstrates skill in Social Work practice, ability to cope with ill, disabled, terminal patients, family emotional stress, and tolerance of individual lifestyles
- Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and deadlines
Nice To Haves
- Hospice experience is preferred
- Familiarity with Home Care Home Base (HCHB)
Responsibilities
- Completing the patient’s initial evaluation within 5 days of hospice admission and re-evaluating the patient's social work needs during each subsequent visit
- Assisting patients and caregivers in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decisions
- Educating and assisting patients and caregivers in the preparation of advanced directives
- Providing information to patients and caregivers regarding community agencies and referral services
- Carrying out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse, and planning intervention based on evaluation findings
- Assessing the psychosocial status of patients and caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness
- Counseling patients and caregivers as needed concerning stress, and other identified coping difficulties
- Assessing for and educating staff on any special needs related to the culture of patients and their caregivers. This includes communication, the role of family, space, and any special traditions
- Providing bereavement support to patients, caregivers, and hospice personnel
Benefits
- Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Company paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Company Vehicle Program for field roles
- Pet Insurance
- ID and Fraud Protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
