Hospice Medical Social Worker

Interim HealthCare - Great Lakes Health Partners•Eau Claire, WI

4d•$29 - $35

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is hiring a full-time Hospice Medical Social Worker to provide home-based social services to patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and surrounding areas. The role focuses on connecting patients and families with resources, counseling, and support, and advocating for patients as they navigate difficult health challenges. The social worker works with a hospice team that may include an RN, LPN, CNA, and/or chaplain, and supports the patient’s plan of care. The position offers flexible assignments, autonomy, and work-life balance, with a 1:1 social worker-to-patient ratio. Interim HealthCare describes itself as the nation’s first home care company, founded in 1966, and operating through more than 300 offices.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work.
Active MSW license in Wisconsin.
At least 1 year of social work experience; home healthcare experience is preferred.
CPR certification.
Knowledge of state and federal home health or hospice regulations.
Strong interpersonal skills, good communication, empathy, compassion, and resourcefulness.

Nice To Haves

Home healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Provide home-based social services to patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues.
Work as part of a hospice team focused on the patient’s plan of care; the team may include an RN, LPN, CNA, and/or chaplain.
Monitor patients’ psychosocial conditions and identify social and emotional needs.
Conduct patient assessments, document progress, and ensure patients are moving toward their goals.
Provide counseling, community resource planning, crisis intervention, and advocacy.
Consult with family members and caregivers about the patient’s plan of care and how to support progress.