Medical Social Worker / MSW (Hospice)
About The Position
Mission Healthcare is hiring a Medical Social Worker for hospice care in Central San Diego, California. The role assesses patients’ psychosocial needs and works with an interdisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans. It supports patients and families with advance care planning, counseling, caregiving challenges, and practical needs, and connects them with community resources. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The pay range is $38.00–$43.00 per hour, depending on experience. Mission Healthcare describes its culture as collaborative and guided by Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service (CARES). The company states that it is committed to an inclusive workplace and is an equal-opportunity, veteran-friendly employer.
Requirements
- Master of Social Work (MSW).
- At least one year of healthcare experience.
- Valid BLS and CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hospice or home health care is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ psychosocial status in relation to their illness and environment.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Help patients and families with advance care planning, including advance directives, comfort care options, and end-of-life care goals.
- Conduct social evaluations and plan interventions based on evaluation findings.
- Maintain clinical records for patients referred to social work.
- Provide information and referrals regarding patients’ and families’ or caregivers’ practical and environmental needs.
- Offer individual, family, and group counseling to help patients and caregivers manage grief, fear, and anxiety.
- Assist families with caregiving challenges and the emotional, social, and practical aspects of hospice care.
- Liaise with patients or families and community agencies, providing information about financial assistance, legal support, and respite care services.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees regularly scheduled 30 or more hours per week
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts for employees regularly scheduled 30 or more hours per week
- Disability, life, and AD&D insurance for employees regularly scheduled 30 or more hours per week
- Pet insurance for employees regularly scheduled 30 or more hours per week
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Job Type
Full-time
