Compassionate Social Worker - Home Health & Hospice

Westminster Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

6 Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans

Team Member Discounts

Career Growth & Leadership Development

Job summary

Westminster Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Social Worker (Home Health & Hospice) to support patients and families through end-of-life care. The role reports to the Hospice Director and is a full-time, weekday position.

The Social Worker assesses psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs, provides counseling and bereavement support, and coordinates community resources to promote comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Social Work (BSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the CSWE.
• A minimum of 1 year social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft and Google applications.
• Valid state driver’s license, with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing information and preparation of advance directives, funeral planning issues and transfer of responsibilities regarding fiscal, legal and health care decisions.
• Prepare clinical and progress notes, identify and manage family dynamics and communication patterns.
• Include the patient/family in the plan of care and identify and utilize community resources.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Westminster Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Social Worker (Home Health & Hospice) to support patients and families through end-of-life care. The role reports to the Hospice Director and is a full-time, weekday position.

The Social Worker assesses psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs, provides counseling and bereavement support, and coordinates community resources to promote comfort and safety.