Compassionate Hospice Social Worker – Per Diem

Evergreen Health Care Center; Providence (RI); Sur place; USD 51 000 - 73 000; Temps partiel

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Résumé du poste

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island is seeking a per diem Hospice Social Worker to join our statewide team. You will assess psychosocial needs, plan and coordinate social services, and collaborate with physicians and care staff to support residents and families through illness and end‑of‑life care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in social work and state licensure; clinical hospice experience is preferred. Valid driver’s license and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in social work or related field required.
• State social work license required.
• One year of clinical healthcare and/or hospice experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsabilités

• Assess the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers.
• Provide an assessment of the patient's identified residence.
• Carry out social evaluations, including family dynamics and caregiver abilities; intervene as needed.
• Counsel patients and families on stress and coping difficulties.
• Educate the team on cultural needs related to patient and family.
• Participate in development of the individualized plan of care with patient and family.
• Assist the physician and team in understanding social and emotional factors related to health and death/dying.

Connaissances

Licensed social worker

Clinical healthcare experience

English communication

Formation

Bachelor's in social work

Description du poste

Athena Hospice of Rhode Island is seeking a per diem Hospice Social Worker to join our statewide team. You will assess psychosocial needs, plan and coordinate social services, and collaborate with physicians and care staff to support residents and families through illness and end‑of‑life care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in social work and state licensure; clinical hospice experience is preferred. Valid driver’s license and English proficiency are required.