Compassionate Hospice Social Worker (LCSW)

Carle Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 3,769,000 - 6,294,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Services Social Worker at Carle Health identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessment, offering short-term counseling and crisis intervention in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.

This role emphasizes bereavement planning, patient and family education, and navigation of community resources to support care in the home setting.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in IL preferred or eligible.
• Experience in hospice or palliative care desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Develop bereavement plans addressing needs of family and caregivers.
• Interpret and communicate religious beliefs that affect care.
• Educate patients and families to overcome barriers and meet needs.
• Document assessments and interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate social work plan with the IDT and ensure timely visits.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

Job description

The Home Services Social Worker at Carle Health identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessment, offering short-term counseling and crisis intervention in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.

This role emphasizes bereavement planning, patient and family education, and navigation of community resources to support care in the home setting.