Hospice Medical Social Worker

Job Title: Hospice/Medical Social Worker
Shift: Days (0800-1630), no weekends

Job Overview
The Medical Social Worker plays a crucial role in providing support to patients and their families as they navigate the complexities of healthcare. This position involves assessing patients' needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services to ensure comprehensive support. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a compassionate approach to patient care, with experience in various healthcare settings.

Duties

• Conduct patient assessments to identify social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting health and well-being.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide clinical counseling and psychotherapy to patients and families dealing with mental health issues, including crisis intervention and motivational interviewing.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions, focusing on behavioral health and addiction counseling.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations while maintaining accurate medical documentation and records.
• Assist patients with intake processes, including diagnostic evaluations and case management.
• Engage in data collection for clinical research initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate home and community care services for patients transitioning from inpatient or post-acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Oregon LMSW (Masters-level Social Worker) or CSWA (Clinical Social Work Associate) licensure required.
• Valid state licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent certification preferred.
• Current BLS certification
• Experience as a social worker in a hospital or medical setting preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate patient care while managing complex emotional situations.

This role is essential for ensuring that patients receive holistic support throughout their healthcare journey while addressing both medical needs and psychosocial challenges.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $64.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Social worker: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• LMSW or CSWA or LCSW (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $64