Hospice Social Worker: Compassionate Family Care & Support

Affinity Health Management; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Health Management in Maine is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to implement standards of care for hospice services. You will assess psychosocial needs, provide compassionate support to patients and families, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group to plan and monitor care based on ongoing assessments.

You will also educate team members on cultural considerations, assist with advanced directives, and participate in care planning, crisis intervention, and coordination of

Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in health care; hospice experience preferred.
• Experience in hospice care preferred.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Contingent upon satisfactory references and criminal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status of patients and families and communicate findings to the care team.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Educate interdisciplinary group on cultural needs and advanced directives.
• Participate in development of the individualized plan of care and attend group meetings.
• Assist in funeral planning, financial/legal responsibilities, and care transitions.
• Complete and maintain accurate clinical notes and coordinate with physicians and community agencies.
• Participate in on-call duties and assist RN Case Manager with equipment and service arrangements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Licensed driver

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Job description

Affinity Health Management in Maine is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to implement standards of care for hospice services. You will assess psychosocial needs, provide compassionate support to patients and families, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group to plan and monitor care based on ongoing assessments.

You will also educate team members on cultural considerations, assist with advanced directives, and participate in care planning, crisis intervention, and coordination of