Hospice SW - PRN

Moments Hospice • Fort Wayne, IN

11d • $26 - $35

About The Position

Moments Hospice is seeking a licensed social worker to provide psychosocial care to terminally ill patients and their families. The role includes case management, assessment and ongoing support for patients and families, and coordination of services and community resources. The position involves working with the Social Service team and participating in interdisciplinary care planning. The posting describes the job as PRN and on the road.

Requirements

• Current social worker license.
• At least two years of social work experience in a healthcare setting or social services agency.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a minimum of one year of healthcare experience if the candidate does not have a master's degree.
• Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources, including information and referrals and state and federal financial programs and eligibility requirements.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and the principles of death and dying.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Social Work preferred.
• Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families.
• Contact the patient, family, and caregiver within 48 hours of admission.
• Perform case manager duties.
• Ensure the psychosocial assessment is added to the patient's chart within 24 hours of completion.
• Regularly assess the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Regularly assess pre-bereavement and anticipatory grief needs.
• Implement Plan of Care provisions, including social service goals, supportive counseling, problem solving, community referrals, and pre-bereavement and bereavement care.
• Regularly re-evaluate the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist with funeral arrangements if requested.
• Provide counseling during terminal illness and at the time of death if requested.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $26–$35 an hour.
• Company car with fuel and insurance covered; available for business and personal use at minimal cost.
• Company cell phone.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability options.
• Generous PTO accruing immediately.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Structured training and educational development programs.
• On-call support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level