Social Worker Hospice

LHC Group, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is hiring a Medical Social Worker for Heartlite Hospice. The role involves providing essential social services to patients, addressing emotional factors related to health, and contributing to care planning. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in healthcare settings, alongside qualities like empathy and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Holidays & paid time off

Continuing education & career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current Driver's License and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social services under physician direction and assist patients with emotional and social factors.
• Contribute to developing a comprehensive Plan of Care for patients.
• Instruct healthcare team on community resources.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in social work

Bachelor's Degree in psychology or sociology

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Medical Social Worker.

At Heartlite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust, and 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 reflective of 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 death of the patient.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or Bachelor's Degree in psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work and 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

• GA: Bachelor's degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

Company Overview

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

Heartlite Hospice, a part of LHC Group family of providers, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. Our services include home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.