Hospice Social Worker, MSW

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy•Richland, WA

18h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Social Work Supervisor or the Chief of Community Programs and Public Policy, the Hospice Social Worker (MSW) is responsible for the delivery of varied social work services to Hospice patients and their families in homes, facilities, and at Hospice House. This position provides initial biopsychosocial evaluations, ongoing psychosocial support, direct case management services, bereavement services, and community education, outreach, and referral. The Hospice Social Worker (MSW) is an integral part of the Hospice interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and one (1) year of post-education social work experience in a health care or hospice setting. Ref: CFR 418.114 and RCW 18.320.010
Demonstrated ability in case management, counseling, and group work.
Ability to work flexible hours, such as occasional evenings, weekends, holidays,and overtime as needed for patient care and operational needs.
This position is designated as safety-sensitive and will require pre-employment drug testing, which includes cannabis testing in WA State.
Maintain reliable personal transportation. Maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance per state requirements.
Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization, declinations, or approved accommodations as applicable.
Pass criminal background and drug screenings.
Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.(see attached physical requirements)
Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.
Complete ongoing education, policy reviews, and training be designated deadlines.
Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role.
Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.
Experience in a hospice or healthcare setting.
Experience in assisting clients and patients navigate benefits systems such as Department of Veterans Affairs, Medicaid, COPES, and others.

Responsibilities

Delivery of varied social work services to Hospice patients and their families in homes, facilities, and at Hospice House.
Provide initial biopsychosocial evaluations
Provide ongoing psychosocial support
Provide direct case management services
Provide bereavement services
Provide community education, outreach, and referral.
Integral part of the Hospice interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions.
Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.
Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period, eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.
Annual "Yay Day": Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.
Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member, household pet, or service animal.
Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis.
Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.
Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits, Vision, and Dental starting the first month following your start date.
Health Benefit Options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Life Flight.
Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Protection plans, and Life Flight.
Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary, Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability.
401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.
Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.
Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment, eligible employees can receive up to $5,250 annually in higher education assistance.
Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.
Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities.