Hospice MSW Social Worker — Compassionate Care Advocate

AdvisaCare; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Medical benefits Available

Ability to earn PTO

Flexible Scheduling

Excellent Pay

Employee Appreciation program

Rewarding Work Environment

24/7 staffing support

Job summary

AdvisaCare Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Full time MSW to join our compassionate care team serving patients in Michigan. You will perform psychosocial assessments, help develop care plans, and support families through life-limiting illnesses in a hospice setting.

Requirements include an MSW from CSWE-accredited program, at least one year in home health care (hospice preferred), and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program required.
• One year home health care experience preferred.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Performs psychosocial, emotional, spiritual and bereavement assessments.
• Assists in development and implementation of goal-directed care plans.
• Documents patient visits and referrals accurately in the patient record.
• Conducts reassessments of patient and family needs and counseling as required.
• Provides crisis intervention and individual or family counseling when indicated.
• Acts as a care advocate for the patient and family unit.
• Develops and maintains community referrals to promote interagency cooperation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication with patients/families

Education

MSW degree from CSWE-accredited school

Job description

AdvisaCare Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Full time MSW to join our compassionate care team serving patients in Michigan. You will perform psychosocial assessments, help develop care plans, and support families through life-limiting illnesses in a hospice setting.

Requirements include an MSW from CSWE-accredited program, at least one year in home health care (hospice preferred), and a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.