Hospice Social Worker (LMSW) with Flexible Scheduling

Nhccare; Anderson (SC); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligibility

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis)

Earned Time Off

401 (K) plan with company match

Paid Training

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Caris is seeking a licensed Social Worker (LMSW) in Anderson, SC to provide patient and family social work services within hospice care. The role focuses on promoting access to funding mechanisms, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team, and supporting emotional and social well-being of patients and families.

Salary ranges from $64,000 to $68,000 per year depending on experience. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plan with company match, paid training, mileage reimbursement,

Qualifications

• SC licensure in social work required; LMSW preferred
• Minimum 1 year social work experience in a health care setting

Responsibilities

• Performs patient and family assessments and initial bereavement assessment within five days of hospice admission, collaborating with the IDT to formulate the Plan of Care.
• Discusses the Plan of Care with the admitting RN on admission day for new patients.
• Regular social work visits and documentation when requested by patient/family.
• Assists patient/family with obtaining Medicaid or other insurance coverage when needed.
• Participates in IDT meetings and updates the Plan of Care at least every 14 days.
• Facilitates discharge and transfer planning and completes relevant paperwork.
• Contributes to Performance Improvement processes as requested.
• Identifies psychosocial problems and sets relevant, measurable goals with documentation.
• Explains Hospice Medicare/Medicaid benefits to patients and families.
• Educates patients/families about Advanced Directives and documents decisions with the attending physician.
• May assist with vendor in-services and funeral planning as needed.
• Knowledgeable of federal, state, and local resources; assists patients/families in obtaining these resources.
• Willing to perform after-hours visits as needed for admissions, deaths, or funerals.

Education

Masters or better in Social Work

Job description

Caris is seeking a licensed Social Worker (LMSW) in Anderson, SC to provide patient and family social work services within hospice care. The role focuses on promoting access to funding mechanisms, coordinating with the interdisciplinary team, and supporting emotional and social well-being of patients and families.

Salary ranges from $64,000 to $68,000 per year depending on experience. Benefits include health coverage, retirement plan with company match, paid training, mileage reimbursement,