Medical Social Worker - Hospice (PRN)

LHC Group; Bloomington (MN, IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to join their team. This PRN position offers the chance to make meaningful connections with patients and their families, providing essential social services that address emotional and social factors impacting health. The role involves collaborating with healthcare teams to develop integrated care plans and guiding patients through community resources. Join a culture of caring and trust, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Holidays & paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Company-wide support & resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families with emotional and social factors related to health.
• Develop comprehensive care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.

Skills

Social Work

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Medical Social Worker. This is a PRN position.

Pay: $28-35 an hour

At Caretenders Hospice, in Bloomington, MN, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!

• Employee wellness programs
• Flexibility for true work-life balance
• Holidays & paid time off
• Continuing education & career growth opportunities
• Company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Medical Social Worker for hospice provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in developing coping mechanisms.

• Assists the patient, significant others, physician, and healthcare team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental, and social factors related to the patient's health status as needed.
• Contributes as a healthcare team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients daily.
• Instructs healthcare team members on community resources available to assist patients as needed.
• Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflecting patient family needs if needed.
• Establishes a Plan of Care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided and frequency of service delivery up to thirteen (13) months following the patient's death.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in social work from an accredited school by the Council on Social Work Education or Bachelor's Degree in psychology, sociology, or related field supervised by MSW.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• MN: Must be licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work.

At LHC Group, we are proud to offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We are proud to offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Caretenders Hospice, part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients when and where they need it. From home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. Our shared purpose is It's all about helping people.