Social Worker - 2261

CHOT; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Mileage reimbursement for work-related

Job summary

Community Healthcare of Texas in Fort Worth, TX seeks a Social Worker to provide therapeutic and emotional support to patients and families dealing with serious illness, and to advocate for their wishes within the care team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work and involves coordinating with hospice services, documenting visits, and connecting families with resources. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• Hospice or healthcare experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
• Proficient computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic and emotional support to patients and families.
• Advocate for patients' needs with the care team.
• Assess psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Record daily visits and maintain documentation per policy.
• Provide referrals to community resources.
• Contribute to and execute the Plan of Care.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Social Worker

SW-Ft Worth PRN Fort Worth, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 2261

Community Healthcare of Texas has provided hospice and palliative care services since 1996. Our mission is to provide compassionate care for individuals living with serious illnesses while supporting their loved ones who care for them.

Co mmunity Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for a Social Worker.

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide therapeutic/emotional support, education, and resource information to patients and their families; Advocate for patients’ needs/wishes with team members, family members, caregivers, and other providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assess the psychosocial needs of the patient and family members
• Provide therapeutic counseling and emotional support to patients and family members, and education on end-of-life issues
• Contribute to and execute the Plan of Care with the family/patient
• Record daily documentation of visits and contact in accordance with Policy
• Provides referrals to community resources
• Performs other duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Social Work required
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license
• Hospice or healthcare experience preferred
• Proficient skills using a computer are required

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.