Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Hospice of the Ozarks
About The Position
SUMMARY: Responsible and accountable for providing behavioral health interventions for patients in the palliative care program and the hospice program, including assessments and recommendations for follow-up as appropriate in conjunction with multiple providers. BAXTER HEALTH AND HOSPICE OF THE OZARKS COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Understands and adheres to Baxter Health and Hospice of the Ozarks standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager. Required to work with the Palliative Care Provider, fellow social workers and leadership regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for Hospice of the Ozarks. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Master Degree (MSW) in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Requirements
- Master Degree (MSW) in Social Work from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 2 years mental health experience.
- Must have experience in the continuity of patient care planning.
- Current Arkansas Social Work license (LCSW) in good standing.
- Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
- Automobile liability coverage of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per accident for bodily injury.
- Ability to see and treat patients with various types of insurance coverage (i.e., Medicaid, Medicare, and all commercial payors).
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions.
- Spend eight hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily.
- Ability to stand and walk, bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics.
- Keen sense of hearing and visual acuity required.
- Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure.
- Required to drive to various locations.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working in a hospice, palliative care provider, hospital or other healthcare setting preferred.
- Crisis intervention skills preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing behavioral health interventions for patients in the palliative care program and the hospice program
- Assessments and recommendations for follow-up as appropriate in conjunction with multiple providers
- Understands and adheres to Baxter Health and Hospice of the Ozarks standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager.
- Required to work with the Palliative Care Provider, fellow social workers and leadership regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for Hospice of the Ozarks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
