Stillwater Hospice, LLC
Location
Kalispell, Montana
Salary
$23 - $27 / HOUR
The Social Worker provides psychosocial assessments and counseling to terminally ill patients and their families. They also manage the agency's volunteer program and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized plans of care.
Candidates must have a BSW from a CSWE-accredited program and at least one year of healthcare experience, preferably in hospice. A valid driver's license and insured vehicle are required for patient visits.
$23 - $27 hourly (with BSW Accreditration)
Summary The social worker contracted or employed through the organization is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services and for adherence to all conditions in the Service or Employment Agreement which include providing care based on the Social Work Practice Act. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities 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 patient 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 prepares clinical and progress notes. 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. Oversees the agency volunteer program including but not limited to volunteer recruitment, education, training and connecting volunteers with service opportunities. 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 patient 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. Other duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor.
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