Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Hospice | Home Health

Wesley Hospice & Palliative • Federal Way, WA

8d • $40 - $48

About The Position

As a service organization, Wesley selects employees who bring our mission to promise. When you become a member of the Wesley team, you contribute to the active lifestyle, high quality of care and other services we provide older adults at our award-winning communities or other residence. Our workforce is as diverse as our services, which include independent living, assisted living, Catered Living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, home care and home health. Our Total Rewards philosophy is a balanced approach that meets the needs of employees on their career journey whether they are just joining the workforce or nearing retirement. We evaluate our Total Rewards offerings annually to provide benefits employees would find meaningful. In addition to competitive wages and a commitment to pay equity, we offer the following benefits and other compensation: Employees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical and vision insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time) and group life (employee only for full time, excludes part-time and on-call staff). We offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year. We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full time and 6 hours for part time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff). Retirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule on the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match. A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro. Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet. Minors need parental consent to access this benefit. To assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid. Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees as detailed in the plan summary. Lastly, the efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated in our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for various reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee. This summary is intended to reflect the most reasonable and genuinely expected offering of benefits and other compensation for the posted job. The official website for all Wesley job postings is https://wesleychoice.org/careers/. Wesley is not responsible for content on third-party job boards. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change. Enrich the lives of older adults through community, choice, and continuing care in the Licensed Clinical Social Worker role. The Clinical Social Worker identifies, assesses, and manages the psychosocial needs of patients and families relating to home health services, terminal illness and end of life care, and develops and implements appropriate care plans as part of an interdisciplinary team. Social work services are based upon the patient’s psychosocial assessment and the patient’s and family’s needs and acceptance of these services. Provides patients and families with counseling, bereavement counseling, education, serves as family and patient advocate and arranges consultations when needed related to hospice, palliative care and end of life. Find your sense of belonging at Wesley! You will provide continuing care through these responsibilities

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Must hold Washington State licensure as one of the following: o Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) o Associate Licenses (LSWAA or LSWAIC) permitted if completing supervised hours toward full licensure.
• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in a health care setting or equivalent experience.
• CPR certification, as applicable.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources available in the community.
• Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required as a condition of employment.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand points being made, asking questions as appropriate
• Near and far vision acuity
• Ability to sit, stand, bend and twist for prolonged periods or intermittently throughout shift
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Subject to frequent interruptions
• Minimal, local, same-day travel as needed

Nice To Haves

• Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social services to Home Health and Hospice patients and their families following established protocols.
• Identify, assess, and support patients’ emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural needs.
• Assist patients and families in accessing home-based and community resources.
• Act as a liaison with external agencies such as SSA, VA, and DSHS.
• Assess family financial situations and facilitate referrals for financial assistance when appropriate.
• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments for Home Health, Hospice, and bereavement services.
• Evaluate patient appropriateness for program admission and continued care.
• Develop social histories and individualized care plans to enhance services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT/IDG) meetings to develop and implement care plans.
• Facilitate patient care conferences and encourage family participation in care decisions.
• Plan and coordinate patient discharge to ensure continuity of care.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and within mandated timeframes.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality in all records and communications.
• Generate physician plan-of-care recertifications and required operational reports.
• Evaluate, document, and report patient care needs and condition changes during each visit.
• Communicate regularly with patients and supervisors regarding care plans and observations.
• Educate patients, families, and community partners on hospice, palliative, and end-of-life care.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, Medicare requirements, and state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with caregivers and service providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain professional development through training, continuing education, and active team participation.

Benefits

• Employees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical and vision insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time) and group life (employee only for full time, excludes part-time and on-call staff).
• We offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year.
• We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full time and 6 hours for part time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff).
• Retirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule on the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match.
• A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro.
• Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet. Minors need parental consent to access this benefit.
• To assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid.
• Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees as detailed in the plan summary.
• Lastly, the efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated in our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for various reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level