Medical Social Worker, Hospice

BAYADA Home Health Care • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

MUSC Health at Home by BAYADA Hospice is seeking an experienced Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) for a per diem role performing hospice visits for its Charleston, South Carolina office. The Medical Social Worker is an integral member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care to clients so they can receive needed medical care at home. Prior hospice experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Licensed by the South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners at the Master (LMSW) or Independent (LISW) level.
• Master’s degree in Social Work.
• At least 2 years of community-based experience.
• Degree or school transcript demonstrating accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to assigned cases.

Nice To Haves

• Prior hospice care experience.
• Home care experience.
• Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR).
• Solid computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Make home visits to clients in designated geographic territories.
• Help the team understand social and emotional factors related to clients’ health problems.
• Conduct clinical social evaluations and plan appropriate interventions based on findings.
• Identify community resource referrals to address clients’ and families’ practical and environmental needs.
• Advocate for clients and families as they navigate the community system.
• Participate, as appropriate, in developing the total plan of care with the multidisciplinary team of BAYADA clinicians.
• Develop and maintain contacts with public and private agencies as resources for patients.
• Educate and instruct patients, family members, or other patient representatives about community resources to promote health, safety, well-being, and independent living.
• Document observations, interventions, and evaluations related to patient care management and services using a touch pad tablet.

Benefits

• Training and scholarship opportunities.
• Career tracks and opportunities for career advancement.
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Mileage reimbursement may be available.
• Weekly pay and direct deposit may be available.
• One-on-one training may be available.
• Referral bonuses may be available.
• 401(k) with company match may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level