Hospice Social Worker - Per Diem & Bereavement

Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

CHRISTUS VNA Hospice, part of the LHC Group and UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Social Worker for Hospice Per Diem to provide medical social services under physician direction and in collaboration with an Interdisciplinary Group to support patients and families facing health-related challenges.

Primary responsibilities include assessing patient and family needs, developing an integrated Plan of Care, connecting to community resources, and acting as Bereavement Coordinator when needed.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited school of Social Work (MSW).
• 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Current Driver's License and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients, families, physicians, and care staff to understand social factors influencing health.
• Contribute to a comprehensive Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis.
• Instruct care team on community resources available to support patients.
• Function as Bereavement Coordinator and establish a care plan addressing bereavement needs when applicable.

Skills

Social Work

Bereavement Coordination

CPR Certification

Driver's License

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

CHRISTUS VNA Hospice, part of the LHC Group and UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Social Worker for Hospice Per Diem to provide medical social services under physician direction and in collaboration with an Interdisciplinary Group to support patients and families facing health-related challenges.

Primary responsibilities include assessing patient and family needs, developing an integrated Plan of Care, connecting to community resources, and acting as Bereavement Coordinator when needed.