LMSW Hospice PRN

Taleo; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentives program

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Elite Hospice, part of the LHC Group, is seeking a Social Worker – Hospice Per Diem (LMSW) to assist patients and families. You will participate in developing and implementing a comprehensive Plan of Care in collaboration with physicians and the Interdisciplinary Group, addressing emotional and social factors impacting health.

Per diem hours and regional pay apply. Qualifications include a Master's in Social Work, 1+ year health care social work experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work
• 1+ years of social work experience in health care setting
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, access to reliable transport

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families to understand social factors related to health status
• Contribute to an integrated Plan of Care with the health care team
• Instruct care team on resources available to patients
• Possible Bereavement Coordinator responsibilities and plan of care for bereavement needs

Skills

Social work

Bereavement care

CPR certification

Driver's license

Plan of care

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - LMSW Hospice PRN (2391110)

LMSW Hospice PRN - 2391110

Explore opportunities with Elite Hospice , a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Social Worker – Hospice Per Diem, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis

Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis

Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis

Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work

1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting

Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualification:

Licensed Social Worker in the state of practice

1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Experience with establishing a plan of care for bereavement needs

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.75 to $43.10 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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