MSW Social Worker

1 month ago

Contra Costa County, United States Atrium Hospice Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking an MSW Social Worker to join our team You will provide emotional and administrative support to clients in either individual or group settings.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct a psychosocial assessment as part of the comprehensive assessment within 5 days of admission to the hospice program. This includes emotional, social, financial and environmental resources and to identify appropriate psychosocial problems, interventions and goals for the patient’s plan of care.
  • Participate in IDG meetings and the development of the patient’s plan of care. Assists the IDG in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to a terminal illness.
  • Observe, record and report changes on the patient's emotional and social factors that are being affected by the patient's illness and his/her need for care and his/her response to treatment.
  • Maintain and submit written clinical records as deemed by the Agency, including the initial evaluation, the care plan and daily notes.
  • Evaluate the patients and family's response to, and effectiveness of, the medical social work intervention.
  • Providing psychosocial and emotional support to the patient/family.
  • Confirm, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the patients’ Case Managers to facilitate coordination of other staff visits.
  • Participate in IDG and QAPI meetings and activities.

  • If the patient/family declines Social Work services, the Social worker continues to offer support to the IDG in it’s care of the patient and to monitor the patient/caregiver’s evolving needs.

  • Participate in discharge planning, as needed.

  • Assume responsibility for self-development by continually striving to improve his/her Medical Social Worker practice through formal education, attendance at workshops and conferences, active participation in professional and related organizational meetings, and/or individual research and reading.

  • Assess the patient's/ family members’ ability to cope with the patient’s dying.

  • Act as consultant to the members of the health team, assists them in understanding the social, emotional and environmental factors related to the patient's health problems.

  • Help patients to utilize the resources of their families and the community.

  • Facilitating appropriate community resources and providing casework.

  • Maintain accurate client documentation

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in social work, counseling, or other related fields
  • Compassionate and caring demeanor
  • Ability to build rapport with clients
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • The ability to access patients’ homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required.

  • Utilization of computer, telephone, copy machine, and other office equipment.

  • Physical activities will include, walking, sitting, stooping, and standing.

  • Master of Social Work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families

    OR

    Baccalaureate degree in Social Work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; one (1) year of Social Work experience in a healthcare setting required and will be supervised by an MSW.

  • Hospice experience preferred.

  • Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.

  • The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Company DescriptionAtrium Hospice is a provider of end of life care, including comfort care, palliative care, and hospice care. Atrium Hospice is committed to serving our community. We are devoted to providing optimal care and support for our patients.
Atrium Hospice was established by a small group of medical professionals with extensive training. Each of the founding members has over 20 years of experience working in the health field. Their background has taught them that effectively caring for a patient requires heartfelt passion and empathy for the individual. They chose the name “Atrium Hospice” – to convey the compassionate care which flows from the heart of each team member.Company DescriptionAtrium Hospice is a provider of end of life care, including comfort care, palliative care, and hospice care. Atrium Hospice is committed to serving our community. We are devoted to providing optimal care and support for our patients.\r
Atrium Hospice was established by a small group of medical professionals with extensive training. Each of the founding members has over 20 years of experience working in the health field. Their background has taught them that effectively caring for a patient requires heartfelt passion and empathy for the individual. They chose the name “Atrium Hospice” – to convey the compassionate care which flows from the heart of each team member.

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