Medical Social Worker - Home Health - PRN

Bridge Home Health and Hospice • Walnut Creek, CA

79d

About The Position

The Social Worker employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement which include providing care based on the Social Work Practice Act.

Requirements

• Must have a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work education and Medicare Hospice COP’s.
• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in health care or hospice and understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.
• Preferred to have a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
• Demonstrates autonomy, organization, flexibility, and cooperation in performing job responsibilities.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
• Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification.
• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.
• Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Counsels patients and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties.
• Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
• Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family.
• Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work prepares clinical and progress notes.
• Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives.
• Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
• Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patients and personnel.
• Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings.
• Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities.
• Maintain current documentation on EMR system according to organization policies/procedures and applicable laws/regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Collaborative Culture: A dynamic and supportive team environment
• Career Growth Opportunities: Various development pathways
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules to meet your needs
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick days
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Flexible Savings Account

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees