Hospice Medical Social Worker - Transform Patient Care

Life Tech; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Tech in East Hanover, NJ seeks a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments and care planning for hospice patients. You will join a multidisciplinary team, contribute to IDG meetings, and maintain comprehensive clinical records.

Qualified candidates hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, NJ licensure, and at least one year of post-master’s experience in healthcare; hospice exposure is preferred. A valid driver's license is required for home visits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed by NJ State Board of Social Work Examiners.
• At least one year of post-master’s social work experience in a health care setting per NJSA 45:1588-1 et seq and NJAC 13:44G.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a psychosocial assessment within 5 days of admission to the hospice program, addressing emotional, social, financial, and environmental resources and establishing interventions and goals.
• Participate in IDG meetings and development of the patient’s plan of care.
• Observe, record and report changes in the patient’s emotional and social factors and response to treatment.
• Maintain and submit written clinical records, including initial evaluation, care plan and daily notes.
• Evaluate patient and family responses to the social work interventions and coordinate visits with Case Managers weekly.
• Participate in IDG and QAPI meetings and activities.
• Assist in discharge planning as needed.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through education, workshops, and research.

Skills

Communication skills

Hospice experience

Licensed driver

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited program

Job description

Life Tech in East Hanover, NJ seeks a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments and care planning for hospice patients. You will join a multidisciplinary team, contribute to IDG meetings, and maintain comprehensive clinical records.

Qualified candidates hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, NJ licensure, and at least one year of post-master’s experience in healthcare; hospice exposure is preferred. A valid driver's license is required for home visits.