Social Worker

Hospice of Huntington; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospice care provider in Huntington, West Virginia is seeking a Full Time Social Worker to evaluate the psychosocial needs of patients and their families. The ideal candidate will hold an MSW or BSW with relevant licensure and have at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in hospice care. Responsibilities include providing end-of-life support, assisting with treatment plans, and offering bereavement services. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a health care setting.
• Licensed in WV and Ohio.
• Valid driver's license and insured, reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Perform social work evaluations of patient's psychosocial and environmental needs.
• Implement social work treatment plans documenting according to insurance guidelines.
• Assist primary nurse in establishing patient/family treatment plans.
• Provide bereavement support services for patients and families.

Skills

Knowledge of grief and bereavement

Interpersonal skills

Family dynamics understanding

Education

MSW or BSW with licensure/certification

Job description

Position Title: Full Time Social Worker

DUTIES:

• Social work evaluation of patient/family psych/social and environmental needs.
• Implements the social work treatment plan and documents consistent with insurance guidelines in their homes or facilities
• Assists the primary nurse with establishing and maintaining a treatment plan for each patient/family.
• Provides the psychosocial needs of the hospice patient/family.
• Assesses the needs of the bereaved client through verbal and face-to-face interviews.
• Provides end-of-life bereavement supportive services for patients and their families.
• Understands and discusses available community resources with the client for possible referrals.
• Participates in community education on grief and bereavement issues.
• Provides support to selected patients post discharge.
• Represents the philosophy and services of Hospice of Huntington, Inc.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSW or BSW with appropriate proof of licensure/certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a health care setting
• Licensed in WV and Ohio
• Demonstrate evidence of knowledge in understanding grief, bereavement, interpersonal issues and family dynamics
• Valid driver's license along with an insured, reliable vehicle required.
• Minimum of one year experience in health care, with a preference in Hospice/Home Health Care.
• Evidence of clinical experience and skills pertinent to assessing and counseling individuals