Social Worker - Hospice

JourneyCare; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with match

Generous time off accruals

Mileage reimbursement

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Merit increases

Employee discount programs

Job summary

JourneyCare Hospice in Lake Forest, IL is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to join our growing team. We offer competitive salaries, immediate openings, generous time off, a 401(k) with match, and strong support for professional development and a collaborative culture.

The role includes psychosocial assessments, counseling for patients and families, coordination with community resources, and timely documentation of care plans.

Qualifications

• MSW degree or higher in social work.
• Current state licensure in social work.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Performs psychosocial assessments of patients and families in a timely manner and supports care planning.
• Provides counseling to patients and families and assists with coping strategies.
• Coordinates with community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Documents services accurately to reflect the plan of care.
• Acts as liaison between patients, families, and community agencies.

Education

Social Work Degree

MSW

State licensure in Social Work

Job description

Career Opportunities with JourneyCare Hospice

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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

JourneyCare Hospice is seeking a Hospice Social Worker for our growing team! New competitive salaries, immediate opening available, generous time off packages, 401K + match and so much more!

Apply today and start your career with JourneyCare!

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 8:30AM-5PM - 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

• Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care. Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required
• Demonstrates 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
• Counsels patient and family/ caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Provides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs
• Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies

Salary Range: $62,000-$80,000 - Offer based on experience