Hospice Social Worker (MSW) — Per Diem, Meaningful Care

Amedisys; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health plans with telehealth

HSA/Free healthcare services up to $1,

Wellness rewards (up to $500)

Mental health support

401(k) with company match

Family support and parental leave

Fleet vehicle program and mileage

Job summary

Amedisys is seeking a Hospice Social Worker - Masters level to support patients and families at home in Burlington, NC. You will deliver social work services as part of the care team, addressing social, financial, and emotional needs and coordinating with the healthcare team.

The role offers hourly pay of $27-$33 plus mileage, with per diem and a suite of benefits including paid time off, telehealth-enabled medical plans, 401(k) with company match, and wellness perks.

Qualifications

• Holds a masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• 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 the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.
• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Ensures that changes in the patient's clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members and the care center office staff in a timely manner.
• Educates the patient and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.
• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.
• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in the patient's environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions to reduce risks.
• Communicates identification of risks/threats to the patient to the physician and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care effectively.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Social work

Education

MSW or DSW (Masters or Doctorate in Social Work)

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Amedisys is seeking a Hospice Social Worker - Masters level to support patients and families at home in Burlington, NC. You will deliver social work services as part of the care team, addressing social, financial, and emotional needs and coordinating with the healthcare team.

The role offers hourly pay of $27-$33 plus mileage, with per diem and a suite of benefits including paid time off, telehealth-enabled medical plans, 401(k) with company match, and wellness perks.