Hospice Medical Social Worker

Elara Caring; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW/DSW) in Tinley Park/Des Plaines, IL. This full-time role involves assessing psychosocial needs, developing care plans, and coordinating with physicians and the care team to ensure smooth discharge planning and high-quality patient outcomes.

You will support patients and families, connect to resources, and provide education on social and care-related needs. A valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed State Social Worker in good standing.
• MSW or Doctoral degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school.
• At least 1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs.
• Complete initial social work evaluations and follow-up reassessments.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and care team.
• Connect patients and families with community resources and support services.
• Counsel and educate patients and families on social, emotional, and care-related needs.
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and discharge planning.
• Provide compassionate social work services to support positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Licensed Social Worker (LSW/LCSW)

Healthcare social work experience

Physical stamina

Education

MSW or DSW

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description

Hospice Medical Social Worker

Full-Time

Tinley Park/Des Plaines

To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Medical Social Worker (MSW) with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them?

As a Medical Social Worker (MSW), you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs.
• Complete initial social work evaluations and reassess patient needs during follow-up visits.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician orders.
• Communicate changes in patient condition, concerns, or safety issues to physicians and the care team.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and support services.
• Counsel and educate patients and families to help address social, emotional, and care-related needs.
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and effective discharge planning.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality social work services that support positive patient outcomes.

What is Required?

• Current State License as a Social Worker
• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
• 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Social work skills as defined as general social work standards
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
• 401(K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staffand continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.
• Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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