Palliative Care Social Worker MSW

Compassus • Torrance, CA

4d • $37 - $57

About The Position

Facilitation, coordination and communication between patient and family with referral sources to maximize patient's functioning capacity in the community. Continually exercises independent judgment and discretion, and within agreed upon limitations, makes patient management decisions involving interventions based on knowledge of the organization, policies, procedures, and professional code of ethics. Performs under minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Minimum of 1 year delivering social work services in a healthcare setting.
• At least 3 years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, or home-based social work.
• Independent and collaborative work within an interdisciplinary team.
• BLS (American Heart Association, Vendor Managed).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of research techniques, data collection, and policy/program/curriculum development.
• Experience with quality improvement methodology.
• Post‑degree experience in a hospital or other healthcare setting.
• Social Worker License.
• Social Worker License upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs, as documented in the initial social work assessment, Plan of Care (POC), clinical records, and team meeting notes.
• Provide direct and indirect social services support for patients and families in all service settings (homes, long-term care facilities, hospitals).
• Deliver crisis intervention and supportive counseling for patients and families.
• Complete all documentation in compliance with federal/state hospice regulations and policies to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Actively participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team, providing input to support patient/family care objectives.
• Attend team meetings, contribute to care planning, and collaborate with colleagues to coordinate patient/family services.
• Provide consultation and assistance to colleagues, administration, patients/families, and community partners as needed.
• Support level-of-care changes and discharge planning for patients and families.
• Respond promptly to referrals from the interdisciplinary team and community for social services needs.
• Accept assignments consistent with education, experience, and competence.
• Promote teamwork, effectiveness, and efficiency through a cooperative and professional attitude.

Benefits

• Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more.
• flexible time off
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees