Hospice Social Worker

7 days ago

Bakersfield, California, United States AMERICAN COMPASSIONATE HOSPICE INC. Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary care team. In this vital role, you will provide emotional support, counseling, and resource coordination to patients facing life-limiting illnesses and their families. Your expertise will help ease emotional distress, facilitate effective communication, and ensure patients receive comprehensive, person-centered care in their homes or care facilities. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference during some of life's most challenging moments while working within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

HOSPICE SOCIAL WORKER EXPERIENCE -WILL DISCUSS PAY ON INTERVIEW

  • Conduct thorough patient assessments to evaluate emotional, social, and psychological needs within hospice care settings.
  • Provide individual, family, and group counseling sessions utilizing clinical counseling techniques such as motivational interviewing and behavioral therapy.
  • Develop personalized care plans that incorporate mental health counseling, crisis intervention, and behavioral health strategies tailored to each patient's condition.
  • Coordinate with healthcare teams to ensure seamless integration of social work services with medical treatment plans, including documentation in medical records and EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
  • Assist patients and families with navigating complex healthcare systems, including hospice services, assisted living options, and community resources.
  • Support patients with specialized needs such as dementia care, Alzheimer's care, PTSD care, autism spectrum disorders, or developmental disabilities through targeted interventions.
  • Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations by securely managing medical documentation and patient records while ensuring confidentiality at all times.

Skills

  • Extensive experience in hospice care, mental health counseling, or behavioral health settings.
  • Proficiency in child & family counseling, crisis management, and working with diverse populations including seniors and individuals with disabilities.
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding, and clinical research methodologies relevant to hospice services.
  • Skilled in intake procedures, diagnostic evaluation, case management, and working with EMR systems for accurate data collection and documentation.
  • Ability to perform comprehensive patient assessments using diagnostic tools for mental health conditions such as depression or PTSD.
  • Experience with home & community care environments including inpatient facilities, nursing homes, assisted living communities, outpatient clinics, and pediatric settings.
  • Excellent communication skills for conducting individual and group therapy sessions; adept at motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. Join our team to provide compassionate support that enriches the lives of patients during their most vulnerable moments. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where your skills can truly make an impact

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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