In-Home Hospice Social Worker

Preferra Insurance; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Caretenders Hospice, part of the LHC Group family, seeks a Social Worker to provide in-home medical social services under physician direction. The role supports understanding social factors affecting health and helps develop coping strategies for patients and families.

Travel within a 50-mile radius is required. Ohio Social Worker license and CSWE-accredited Master’s in Social Work are required; hospice experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a CSWE-accredited School of Social Work.
• Current Ohio Social Worker License.
• Valid driver's license and access to dependable vehicle/public transportation.
• Willingness to travel within a 50-mile service radius.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families to understand social and emotional factors affecting health.
• Contribute to a comprehensive Plan of Care with the health care team.
• Instruct team on community resources available to assist patients.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Ohio Social Worker License

Job description

Caretenders Hospice, part of the LHC Group family, seeks a Social Worker to provide in-home medical social services under physician direction. The role supports understanding social factors affecting health and helps develop coping strategies for patients and families.

Travel within a 50-mile radius is required. Ohio Social Worker license and CSWE-accredited Master’s in Social Work are required; hospice experience is preferred.