Social Worker, BSW or MSW

HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE CARE INC•Greenville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker, BSW is responsible for meeting the social needs of patients and their families. The BSW is also responsible for providing emotional support during end of life. The BSW is directly supervised by a MSW.

Requirements

Has a baccalaureate degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Maintain current CPR certification (BCLS)

Nice To Haves

Will consider a MSW for this position with Master's Degree in Social Work.
One year of social work experience in a health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Abides by and supports 3HC's Compliance Program and Code of Ethics.
Creates positive experiences for internal and external customers that will meet their expectations.
Manages assigned cases and assists office with achieving positive patient outcomes.
Conducts a complete assessment of the patient to identify appropriate care needs.
Responsible for developing, utilizing and maintaining relationships with appropriate community resources, and assesses patient/family ability to access them by making referrals and finding alternatives to home health care when indicated.
Responsible for evaluating caregiver for high risk bereavements and completes a face to face bereavement assessment within 7 days after patient's death.
Participates in IDG and ITC meetings, etc. to develop and revise the plan of care and assure that the psychosocial needs of the patient are given consideration and provides consultation to team members regarding specific problems.
Responsible for assessing bereavement needs and developing a care plan within six weeks of patient's death.
Actively assists Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice program ensuring that assessment, follow-up, supervision, counseling, and record keeping is completed according to Hospice policy and procedure.
Performs Performance Improvement studies as requested
Maintains knowledge of regulations pertaining to area of responsibility.
Stays abreast of overall patient care and improves social work skills.