Palliative Care Social Worker

Eden Health; Reno, Washington (NV, District of Columbia); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid time off

401k plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Eden Health in Reno, Nevada is seeking a licensed Social Worker to support patients and families facing terminal illness, collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.

You will assess psychosocial needs, educate families on advance directives, coordinate with care managers, and participate in QAPI activities, with a robust benefits package including PTO, health coverage, 401k and ESOP.

Qualifications

• Masters or doctoral degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work.
• State licensure as a Social Worker; if required by state law/regulation.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and develops a plan of care personalized to fit the patient’s psychosocial needs.
• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to terminal illness and communicates findings to the care team.
• Counsels patient and family/caregivers on stress and coping difficulties.
• Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
• Educates family on advance directives and assists in planning for funeral arrangements, finances, and health care decisions.
• Assesses relationships of medical and nursing needs with resources and community supports.
• Observes, documents and reports changes to the care team and Clinical Manager.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives (QAPI) as applicable.

Skills

Empathy

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

MSW or Doctoral degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

Why choose Eden?

As a 100% Employee Owned company, we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. We honor their importance by our recognition that all employees be treated with respect and integrity at all times. We’re interested in you and want you to succeed. Our business is growing rapidly and we want you to grow with us. We have infinite room for advancement, both personally and professionally. We work hard to match you with a position that best fits YOUR skills and YOUR availability. In addition, Eden Health is a Certified Great Place to Work company, 7 years in a row!

The Eden Difference:

We bring Connected Care Home through our Core Values of Empathy, Dedication and Integrity to our clients, patients and Employees. Besides a strong family oriented culture unique to Eden, we offer:

• Benefits starting as early as 30 days after start date
• Employee Discounts on travel, resorts, car rentals, Columbia and so much more!
• Employee Hardship Fund
• Bonuses Program
• Employee Stock Program (ESOP)
• Employee Wellness. Family first culture
• Paid Time Off for a Personal Day of your choosing
• Financial Planning through Unum
• Free Counseling Sessions through Unum

Career Benefits:

• Training and educational Assistance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Financial Benefits:

• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Continuing Education Credits are paid for – we offer online and in-person education
• Discounts with AT&T Wireless, National and Enterprise car rentals
• Discounted tickets to a variety of events (Disney Land, Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Local Concert/Sporting Events, Hotels/Resorts, etc.)

Personal Benefits:

• Paid sick leave and vacation time – eligible employees start accruing time on their first day of employment
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Hardship Fund
• Floating Personal Holiday – use it on your birthday or any other day of the year!
• Dental, Medical, Vision available for full-time status

• Evaluates and develops a plan of care personalized to fit the patient’s psychosocial needs.
• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the interdisciplinary care team.
• Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties.
• Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
• Educates family/caregivers on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives.
• Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal and health care decision responsibilities.
• Assesses any relationships of the patient’s medical and nursing/therapy needs in the home setting, financial resources and available community resources.
• Observes, documents and reports changes in the patient’s condition to the interdisciplinary care team and Clinical Manager.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement (QAPI) teams and activities.
• Able to supervise/instruct the performance of the Social Work Assistant (BSW/LSW) to assure that all medical social services are provided to patients in compliance with company, government and professional standards as applicable.
• Maintains and submits documentation timely per company policy including any case conferences, patient/physician community contacts, visit reports progress notes.

Qualifications

• Masters or doctoral degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Social Worker licensure in the state of practice; if required by state law/regulation
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Proof of automobile insurance (MVR checked)
• Proof of current CPR certification
• Able to pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance

Pay Range

32.00-42.00