Social Worker (LMSW) - Palliative Care

St. Tammany Parish Hospital•Covington, LA

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About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: M-F 8am - 4:30pm Summary of the Job: Licensed LMSW or LCSW who is responsible for Medical Social Services functions, evaluation, and counseling, for Home Health and Hospice patients. Responsible for working with the Home Health/Hospice staff to coordinate referrals, evaluation, counseling, discharge planning, long range planning, and patient care services as indicated.

Requirements

Acute Medical /Surgical, Rehabilitation and/or Crisis Inpatient/Outpatient Counseling, or Mental Health/Behavioral Clinics.
For hospice requires documented appropriate clinical experience for counseling and casework needs of the dying/terminally ill.
Masters of Social Services degree by an accredited institution.
Have licensure by examination or reciprocity by the La. Board of Certified Social Work Examiners.
LMSW or LCSW required upon hire.
Current BLS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
This position requires driving a hospital-owned vehicle and/or a personally owned vehicle to perform the essential job duties. In order to be considered, the candidate: Must have a valid and current state issued driver’s license Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at his/her own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence.
Clearance of driving record check; Driving records shall not contain any of the following: a suspended or revoked driver’s license, 3 or more moving violations in the past 36 months, 2 or more accidents in the past 36 months, 1 or more instances of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the past 24 months, at fault in a fatal accident within the past 5 years, leaving the scene of an accident within the past 36 months, and/or reckless driving within the past 12 months.
Must possess good physical health.
Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.