Hospice Social Worker - Charlottesville, United States - Hospice of the Piedmont Inc.

Description

Job Description

Hospice of the Piedmont is currently seeking a full-time Social Worker who is compassionate and dedicated to join our Rapidan Team servicing counties in and around Warrenton, VA. As a Hospice Social Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing direct casework and counseling services to patients and their families, ensuring their psychosocial needs are met with empathy and understanding.

Responsibilities/General Duties:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, provide direct casework, and counseling services to patients and families.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop and execute comprehensive care plans; Effective communication and collaboration includes attending Interdisciplinary Team meetings, staff meetings, and other requested meetings.
• Take primary responsibility within the Interdisciplinary Team for Advance Directives, Bereavement referrals, APS referrals, funeral planning, volunteer referrals, correct demographics in the EMR, current insurance information, and paperwork related to discharges and level of care changes and placements.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation according to Hospice standards.
• Adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and organizational policies, ensuring confidentiality of patient, family, and staff information.
• Communicate with outside agencies, including Region 10 and Social Services to stay updated on community resources and facilitate referrals to these resources as needed.
• Stay current on hospice and grief-related topics/research through agency and community programs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emotional, social, and spiritual needs in addressing death and grief.
• Orient volunteers and staff; supervise field placement students when applicable.

• Education and Licensure: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. Current state licensure (LCSW) preferred.
• Experience: Two years of social work experience, with at least one year in a healthcare setting. Clinical experience with individuals, groups, and families.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of death, dying, and bereavement processes. Understanding of social work principles, counseling techniques, hospice philosophy, and group dynamics.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word software and EMR systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Basic computer skills.
• Mindset: Team player, flexibility, and ability to function in stressful situations.

We provide a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits, including:

• 90% employer-paid medical coverage for employees; 80% employer-paid for all other medical plan tiers.
• 100% employer-paid Life Insurance, Disability coverage, and Employee Assistance Program.
• 403(b) and Roth Retirement Plans with employer matching.
• Voluntary programs such as Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life (including family coverage), Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity plans.
• Discounts on selected Gym memberships.
• Up to 20 days (4 weeks) of paid time off (PTO) in your first year, in addition to up to 8 paid holidays.

If you are a dedicated and compassionate social worker looking to make a meaningful impact in hospice care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.