Medical Social Workers

Seva Hospice•Fresno, CA

14d•$30 - $38

About The Position

Seva Hospice is a locally owned and operated company of experienced hospice providers with a desire to serve the communities we live and work in. We are looking for a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our dynamic team, serving Madera and Fresno Counties and surrounding communities, to provide care and support to terminally ill patients.

Requirements

Graduate of Master’s program in Social Work, (MSW), Required
Minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting required, hospice experience preferred
Understanding of hospice philosophy and psychosocial issues surrounding death and dying.
Strong Verbal and written communication skills.
Strong Computer Skills
Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification
Valid California Driver’s License with reliable transportation and Auto Insurance in compliance with California requirements.

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. Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe and another plan is required.
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 patient 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. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos.
Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
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.
Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
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 patient and personnel.
Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness.
Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems.
Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor.