Hospice Medical Social Worker

2 months ago


Southfield, United States Assured Hospice Care Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job description

Assured Care was started in 1997 and has spent over 25 years providing exceptional care to the people of Michigan. As a family run business, we strive to provide the best care and treat everyone like they are part of our family.

Assured Hospice Care offers the support of a coordinated and compassionate team of health care professionals, including registered nurses, social workers, spiritual care and personal care aides. We are dedicated to providing patient care, ensuring that patients remain comfortable and dignified and live as fully as possible throughout this difficult state of life. We also offer support services to patient’s family and caregivers.

For more information, please visit our website at www.assuredcare.net

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group. Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe and another plan is required.
  • Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high-risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary.
  • Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos.
  • Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
  • Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives.
  • Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
  • Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
  • Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.
  • Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
  • Maintains and develops contracts with public and private agencies as resources for patient and personnel.
  • Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings, assisting the team in recognizing the effects of the psychosocial stresses on the symptoms of the terminal illness.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

 

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

 

Schedule:

 

  • Choose your own hours
  • Monday to Friday

 

Experience:

 

  • Medical Social Workers: 1 year (Required)

 

License/Certification:

 

  • LLMSW License (Limited License Required)

 

Work Location: On the road

 

Company DescriptionAssured Care was started in 1997 and has spent over 25 years providing exceptional care to the people of Michigan. As a family run business, we strive to provide the best care and treat everyone like they are part of our family.

Assured Hospice Care offers the support of a coordinated and compassionate team of health care professionals, including registered nurses, social workers, spiritual care and personal care aides. We are dedicated to providing patient care, ensuring that patients remain comfortable and dignified and live as fully as possible throughout this difficult state of life. We also offer support services to patient’s family and caregivers.

For more information, please visit our website at www.assuredcare.netCompany DescriptionAssured Care was started in 1997 and has spent over 25 years providing exceptional care to the people of Michigan. As a family run business, we strive to provide the best care and treat everyone like they are part of our family.\r
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Assured Hospice Care offers the support of a coordinated and compassionate team of health care professionals, including registered nurses, social workers, spiritual care and personal care aides. We are dedicated to providing patient care, ensuring that patients remain comfortable and dignified and live as fully as possible throughout this difficult state of life. We also offer support services to patient’s family and caregivers.\r
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For more information, please visit our website at www.assuredcare.net

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