Social Worker - Licensed - Hospice

LHC Group, Inc.; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Licensed Medical Social Worker to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing essential medical social services that address the emotional and social factors impacting patient health. You'll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create integrated care plans, guiding patients and their families through challenging times. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a supportive environment that values your contributions. Join a mission-driven organization where your skills can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Holidays & paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Company-wide support resources

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work required with a valid license.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families in understanding emotional and social factors affecting health.
• Develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients.
• Coordinate bereavement services as needed.

Skills

Medical Social Work

Patient Care

Community Resources Knowledge

Bereavement Services

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Licensed Medical Social Worker (LMSW) with a Master's Degree. Sign-on Bonus $2,500!!!!

At Elite Hospice of Hot Springs, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We 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 patient's death.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Master's Degree in social work from an accredited school by the Council on Social Work Education and a valid license.
• 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.

AR: must be licensed in the state of practice.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

At LHC Group, we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Elite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, 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. From home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.