Hospice Social Worker

1 month ago

Hartford, United States Athena Health Care Systems Full time

Hospice Social Worker

Full-Time

Athena Home Health & Hospice - Farmington, CT

Posted 3 months ago

We are hiring a Hospice Social Worker to join Athena Home Health & Hospice in Connecticut

Openings in the Farmington Valley. One-the-road position.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Social Worker, you:

  • 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’ patients 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 patients 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.

  • Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.

  • Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

  • Assists family and patient in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decision responsibilities.

Experience & Education:

  • A graduate of a master’s program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

  • Experience in health care, hospice experience preferred.

  • Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.

  • Strong background in mental health/counseling and experience in health services delivery.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Athena Home Health & Hospice is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

  • Competitive and Weekly Pay

  • Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

  • Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

  • Employer Paid Life Insurance

  • 401(k) with Employer Match

  • Vacation and Personal Time

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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