Hospice Social Worker: Care & Support (Equity Options)

Society for Social Work and Research; Tupelo (MS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Hospice is hiring a Social Worker to join the care team in Tupelo, MS. You will provide medical social services under physician direction to help patients and families cope with health challenges and social factors.

You will contribute to an integrated Plan of Care, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and educate the care team about local resources to support patients and families at home or in the community.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited) and active license.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle or transportation.
• Preferred: 1+ year health care social work experience.
• Preferred: CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and family to understand social factors affecting health.
• Contribute to a comprehensive Plan of Care with the health care team.
• Instruct team on community resources to help patients.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

Community Hospice is hiring a Social Worker to join the care team in Tupelo, MS. You will provide medical social services under physician direction to help patients and families cope with health challenges and social factors.

You will contribute to an integrated Plan of Care, coordinate with the interdisciplinary team, and educate the care team about local resources to support patients and families at home or in the community.