LMSW - Hospice - Full Time
About The Position
The licensed social worker administers social services to patients requiring intermittent professional services and teaches the patient, family, and other members of the health care team. Services are performed in accordance with physician orders and the established plan of care. The role requires a master’s degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, certification or licensure in the state of practice, and at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting. Medicare home health or hospice experience is preferred. State-specific education and licensure rules apply and are detailed in the job posting. The position requires a valid state driver license, automobile liability insurance as required by law, dependable transportation in good working condition, the ability to drive safely in all types of weather, and CPR certification for the healthcare provider.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, subject to the state-specific qualifications in the posting.
- Certification or licensure in the state where the employee practices, subject to the state-specific qualifications in the posting.
- At least one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
- Valid state driver license.
- Maintain automobile liability insurance as required by law.
- Maintain dependable transportation in good working condition.
- Ability to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions.
- CPR certification for the healthcare provider.
Nice To Haves
- Medicare home health or hospice experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer social services to patients requiring intermittent professional services.
- Teach patients, families, and other members of the health care team.
- Provide services in accordance with physician orders and the established plan of care.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off for full-time employees
- 401(k) matching
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Flexible spending accounts
- Incentive bonus opportunities
- Continuing education and scholarship opportunities
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Job Type
Full-time
