Hospice Medical Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW)
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Overview
Required skills and experience: 1. MS degree in social work from an accredited school of social work approved by the Council of Social Work Education. 2. Current State License as a Medical Social Worker, or LIMSW. 3. A demonstrated ability in casework, counseling and group work, including 2 (two) years of clinical work experience, preferably in either a healthcare setting or hospice. 4. Social work skills as defined as generally accepted social work standards. Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of community and community resources. Knowledge and understanding of hospice philosophy and regulations. Ability to work independently. 5. Reliable transportation. 6. Meets all applicable agency policies and procedures related to health screening and required testing. What you need to know: 1. This is a full-time opportunity, Monday - Friday 8a-5pm. 2. Assesses patients to identify the psychosocial, financial and environmental needs of patients as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team report, call-in logs, and on-site evaluations. 3. Counsels, instructs and includes the patient, caregiver and family in following the Plan of Care which may include signs & symptoms of decline in status and final stages of impending death. 4. Competitive company benefits including 401k with employer match!
Company
A regional leader in hospice and palliative care, proudly serves more than 1,500 patients across South Carolina and Georgia. Serve all 46 counties in the state and is also the only statewide palliative and hospice provider with a dedicated pediatric team through our Hands of Hope program. And in Georgia, our Augusta location is the cornerstone of our network we will build from as we grow. Our new name and rebrand, launched in September 2020, united two established organizations: Hospice Care of South Carolina and Agapé Hospice. Together, we have more than 40 years of experience serving our communities and providing the highest-quality care to patients and their families. We pride ourselves on our goal-oriented culture, dynamic leadership, and team-first attitude, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace that reflects our core values. Our 900-plus employees are the heart of what we do, which is why we provide them with the resources and continuing education they need to excel. We strive to be an employer of choice in the health care industry, and we’re dedicated to building and maintaining an encouraging environment for our team members.