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Social Worker MSW

Gentiva Hospice

#Palliative Care #Family Support #Interdisciplinary Team #Patient Care #Crisis Intervention #Plan of Care #Healthcare Setting #Social Worker #EEO Employer #Terminal Illness #MSW #Safety-Sensitive Position

Other On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 4 months agoCloses Jun 11

Location

Lucedale, Mississippi

Quick overview

The primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient/family unit based on an assessment identifying needs, goals, interventions, and services indicated in the established plan of care. This involves utilizing professional training and judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School and hold state-required licensure. A minimum of one year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting is required, with three to five years preferred.

postgraduate degreeGoal SettingInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationNeeds AssessmentStress ManagementProfessional JudgmentIntervention PlanningCrisis SupportHospice CarePsychosocial SupportTerminal Illness KnowledgePlan of Care UtilizationLoss and Death Dynamics

Job description

Overview We’re looking for a Social Worker (MSW) to join our team.
The Social Worker (MSW) is that member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient/family unit based on an assessment that identifies the needs, goals, interventions and services indicated accordance with the established plan of care and to utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.
About You Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School Licensure as required by the state in which the hospice is located One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program Competitive Salaries Mileage Reimbursement Professional Growth and Development Opportunities Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home.
We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

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