Hospice Medical Social Worker

Elara Caring; Tinley Park (IL); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(K) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Elara Caring is seeking a Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) in Tinley Park/Des Plaines to assess psychosocial needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with the care team for smooth discharge planning. The role requires an MSW with state licensure and healthcare experience, plus ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel between patient homes.

We offer comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, PTO, and opportunities for growth within our hospice services.

Qualifikationen

• Current State License as a Social Worker
• MSW or Doctoral degree in Social Work from CSWE-accredited program
• 1+ year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and travel between patient homes

Aufgaben

• Assess patients' psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician orders.
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and discharge planning.
• 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.

Ausbildung

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school

Jobbeschreibung

Hospice Medical Social Worker### Hospice Medical Social WorkerApply: Des Plaines - IL (Touhy): Tinley Park - IL: Full time: Posted Today: JR-140281At 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? If so, apply today! 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 staff and 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****EVerify**: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.*