Hospice Social Worker – Bereavement & Care Planning

Carle Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Home Services Social Worker at Carle Health identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessment, offering resource support, counseling and crisis intervention as part of an interdisciplinary team. Hospice experience of 1+ years is required and a sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Social Work and licensure (LSW or LCSW) in Illinois, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance; teamwork and compassionate care are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work is required.
• Licensure as LSW or LCSW in Illinois is required.
• Driver's license is required.
• Proof of auto insurance is required.
• Hospice experience of 1+ years is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional, social, and environmental needs.
• Develop bereavement plan of care for family members/caregivers.
• Educate patients and families about learning needs and cultural beliefs.
• Document assessments and interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with IDT to implement social work plans of care.

Skills

Team player

Hospice experience

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

LSW (IDFPR)

LCSW (IDFPR)

Driver's License

Auto Insurance Proof

Job description

The Home Services Social Worker at Carle Health identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessment, offering resource support, counseling and crisis intervention as part of an interdisciplinary team. Hospice experience of 1+ years is required and a sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Social Work and licensure (LSW or LCSW) in Illinois, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance; teamwork and compassionate care are essential.