Social work Jobs in Lakeland, FL

Overview

Social Worker – Hospice (Winter Heaven and surrounding territory)Compassionate Care Hospice - An Amedisys CompanyThis position is based in Lakeland, FL and requires daily travel throughout assigned Territory in Polk County. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with participation in an on-call rotation.Make a difference every day as an Amedisys medical social workerJoin Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home.

Attractive pay

• $65,000-$73,000 *Compensation may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

Enjoy great perks and benefits

• A full benefits package (with affordable health insurance options).

• 401k with a match.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards and up to $1,200 in free healthcare services paid for by Amedisys yearly.
• Mental health support.
• Infertility coverage, adoption reimbursement and paid parental leave.
• Back up child and elder care (at participating locations).
• Fleet vehicle program (for full-time caregivers meeting certain requirements).
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Student loan counseling, tuition reimbursement and refinancing.
• And more.

What's in it for you

• Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings.
• Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.

Don't just take it from us - see what our caregivers love about Amedisys
"I have worked here just shy of a year and it's the best job I've ever had! We have an awesome team and administration is very supportive. I never felt so appreciated. Your time off is really yours." - Amedisys caregiver

Why Amedisys
Amedisys is a leading provider of home health, hospice and high-acuity care, dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.

Responsibilities

• Assists the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.

• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.

• Ensures that changes in the patient's clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members and the care center office staff in a timely manner.

• Educates the patient and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.

• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.

• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in the patient's environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions to reduce risks. Communicates identification of risks/ threats to the patient to the physician and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care effectively.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Holds a masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Has one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
• Current CPR certification.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and connect directly with a local recruiter to learn more about joining our compassionate team—and be part of something truly meaningful.👉This position requires a background screening through the

• Holds a masters or doctorate degree from a school of social work, accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Has one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
• Current CPR certification.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and connect directly with a local recruiter to learn more about joining our compassionate team—and be part of something truly meaningful.👉This position requires a background screening through the

• Assists the patient and family with health related financial, social and emotional concerns and assists with effective coping skills.

• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.

• Ensures that changes in the patient's clinical status are communicated to other healthcare team members and the care center office staff in a timely manner.

• Educates the patient and family members and other team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plan.

• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.

• Identifies risks or threats to the patient's health in the patient's environment and promptly implements appropriate interventions to reduce risks. Communicates identification of risks/ threats to the patient to the physician and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care effectively.

• Other duties as assigned.