Hospice Social Worker (MSW) — Part-Time, Home Care & Benefits

Amedisys, Inc.; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career-friendly benefits

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness rewards

Mental health support

401(k) with match

Parental/family leave

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Amedisys, Inc. is seeking a part-time Hospice Social Worker (Masters level) to support patients and families at home.

You will address financial, social, and emotional needs, coordinate with the care team, and educate families on the plan of care while ensuring safety and timely communication of changes in patient status. The role requires a master's degree in social work, one year of health care social work experience, CPR certification, and compliance with state/federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Holds a masters or doctorate degree in social work (CSWE accredited).
• Has one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists patient and family with health-related financial, social and emotional concerns and effective coping skills.
• Provides social work services per the plan of care.
• Communicates changes in clinical status to the health care team promptly.
• Educates patient/family on social work interventions and treatment plan.
• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.
• Identifies risks in the patient environment and implements interventions to reduce risks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MSW or DSW in Social Work

Job description

Amedisys, Inc. is seeking a part-time Hospice Social Worker (Masters level) to support patients and families at home.

You will address financial, social, and emotional needs, coordinate with the care team, and educate families on the plan of care while ensuring safety and timely communication of changes in patient status. The role requires a master's degree in social work, one year of health care social work experience, CPR certification, and compliance with state/federal requirements.