Medical Social Worker (MSW) - Hospice

Job Description

Job Description

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with  C ompassion,  A ccountability,  R espect,  E xcellence and  S ervice  (CARES) , Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Benefits offered for Per Diem / Part Time Team Members :

401(K)

Responsibilities

• Assesses the psychosocial status of patients related to the patient’s illness and environment.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, chaplains, and others) to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Help patients and families with advance care planning, including discussions about advance directives, comfort care options, and goals for end-of-life care.
• Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
• Provides information and referral services for Mission patients and families / caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
• Offer individual, family, and group counseling to help patients and caregivers manage grief, fear, and anxiety.
• Assist families in coping with the challenges of caregiving and navigating the emotional, social, and practical aspects of hospice care.
• Serves as liaison and provides information between patients or families / caregivers and community agencies for financial assistance, legal support and respite care services.

Qualifications

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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity :

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Accessibility Commitment :

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.

Inclusion Efforts :

We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.

Your Voice Matters :

Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

Let Better Growth Come To You!

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.