Social Worker

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following :

Assumes primary responsibility for medical social services for Hospice patients and families

• Assesses patient / family social and emotional factors in order to estimate their capacity and potential to cope with the terminal illness and death
• Assesses patient / family ability to meet financial obligations and offer appropriate resources and activate resources as indicated
• Collaborates with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a comprehensive plan of care and goals within two days of the start of the patient's care and as necessary throughout the provision of services to assure response to the patient's / family changing needs
• Provides patient / family-counseling services that are consistent with the established plan of care under medical supervision, to include bereavement counseling in situations determined to be high risk
• Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered. Submits documentation in a timely manner
• Assists patient, family and staff in utilizing community resources
• Assists in discharge planning form Hospice service when care is no longer appropriate
• Participates in Hospice and community programs and presentations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Masters degree in social work from an accredited school of social work

EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug-Free Workplace