Social Worker - Hospice

addus; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture and team atmosphere

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with generous %

Generous time off accruals

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Addus is seeking a licensed social worker in Lake Forest, IL to perform psychosocial assessments for hospice patients and families, ensure care plans address identified needs, and provide empathetic support. The role requires MSW and current licensure, plus healthcare or hospice experience.

Travel to residences and navigation of community resources are expected. The position offers standard benefits, on-site hours Monday through Friday with after-hours on-call rotation, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree
• MSW required
• Current State Licensure in Social Work
• Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required

Responsibilities

• Perform the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensure that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care. Provide an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required.
• Demonstrate exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided.
• Counsel patient and family/caregivers and staff as needed in relation to stress and other identified coping difficulties.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assist with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtain resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs.
• Serve as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.

Education

MSW

Licensure in Social Work

Job description

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree
  • MSW required
• Current State Licensure in Social Work
• Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM - On-Call Rotation Afterhours and Weekends

Location

Lake Forest, IL

What We Offer

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, effective on the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do

• Perform the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensure that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care. Provide an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required.
• Demonstrate exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided.
• Counsel patient and family/caregivers and staff as needed in relation to stress and other identified coping difficulties.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
• Assist with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtain resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs.
• Serve as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.

Salary Range

$62,000-$80,000 - Offer based on experience