PRN Social Worker

St. Gabriel's Hospice and Palliative Care; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A compassionate healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join their team on a PRN basis in Corpus Christi, Texas. The role involves providing emotional, social, and practical support to patients and families during end-of-life care. Qualified candidates will have a Master's or bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and two years of experience in hospice or palliative care. Competitive compensation and ongoing professional development are offered.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Competitive compensation

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• MSW degree or Bachelorette in social work with MSW supervision required.
• Two years of experience in hospice or related field preferred.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and complete Comprehensive Assessment within five days of hospice care.
• Assist with advance directives and discharge planning.
• Provide patient and family counseling around end-of-life issues.
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group.

Skills

Working knowledge of community resources

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to work with computers

Education

Social Work (MSW) degree

Baccalaureate degree in social work

Baccalaureate degree in psychology or sociology

Job description

Overview

St. Gabriel's Hospice and Palliative is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our team on a PRN basis at our Corpus Christi location. The Social Worker provides emotional, social, and practical support to patients and their families during end-of-life care and participates in coordination of care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).

Responsibilities

• Assesses and completes the Comprehensive Assessment within five (5) days of the patient’s election of hospice care to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, IDG meetings, and community resource referrals.
• Assists with advance directives, funeral planning, discharge planning, family counseling, and may assist in changes in the level of care as indicated by the patient’s or family’s needs.
• Uses effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice and licensing board.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
• Provides patient and family / caregiver counseling around issues of end-of-life, death, and grief.
• Promotes hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Attends IDG meetings, participates in the patient care planning process, and coordinates and collaborates with the IDG to promote coordination of patient care.
• Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.

Qualifications

• Education: Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; or Baccalaureate degree in social work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; or Baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work, with MSW supervision. Licensure: Licensed as required by the state where practicing. Current driver's license.
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field preferred.
• Skills: Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to work with computers.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Join St. Gabriel's Hospice and Palliative and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.