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Medical Social Worker - Adena Hospice

Adena Home Health and HospiceChillicothe, Ohio
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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Social Work (LSW, LMSW, LICSW)
Career level
Entry-level
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Agency: Adena HospiceWork Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. No on call, no weekends, no holidays.

The Medical Social Worker, Hospice 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. The Company adopts the social work scope of practice as outlined in the administrative rules of the state for its licensed MSW personnel. The MSW is responsible for any and all practices and duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the state.

  • QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES:
  • Licensed Social Worker with current license in the state of employment.
  • Master of Social Work preferred.
  • Minimum of one year's experience in health care, hospice experience preferred.
  • Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.
  • Ability to create positive impressions and communicate with a variety of people. Maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians and co-workers. Ability to remain calm, have patience and be accommodating. Compassionate and caring while working with patients.
  • Knowledgeable on social work best practices. Ability to make appropriate judgments. Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution. Detail-oriented and observant.
  • Disciplined style of work ethic. Ability to prioritize and be timely. Works efficiently.
  • Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
  • Valid driver’s license and auto insurance in own name.
  • MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
  • Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment. 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 and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. Counsels’ patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties.
  • Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
  • Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
  • 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 plan of care and attends case conferences weekly.
  • Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.
  • Participates in discharge planning when needed. Assists patient and family/caregiver with securing durable power of attorney and with funeral arrangements, as needed.
  • Other duties as delegated by the Hospice Administrator

    MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: N/A

    HEALTH QUALIFICATIONS: Health Requirements: Must be able to meet all physical position requirements. Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or x-ray or receive TB testing at the date of orientation. Thereafter an annual tuberculin skin test is required, unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test. Employee must be free of physical/medical conditions, which would limit or restrict their ability to perform the job functions listed below. Bloodborne exposure risk is all. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Below are minimal knowledge/physical requirements of this position. An extensive amount of travel is required for this position.

  • Constantly (66%-100%):
  • Reading, Speaking, Writing English
  • Communications Skills
  • Computer/PDA Usage
  • Hand/finger dexterity
  • Hearing/Seeing
  • Talking in person
  • Hearing in person
  • Vision for close work
  • Frequently (34%-66%)
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Talking on the phone
  • Hearing on the phone
  • Occasionally (2%-33%)
  • Driving
  • Bending
  • Standing
  • Stretching/Reaching
  • Climbing
  • Stooping (bend at waist)
  • Rarely (1% or less)
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
  • Distinguish smell/taste

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    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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    This job at Adena Home Health and Hospice is located in Chillicothe, Ohio, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
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    Adena Home Health and Hospice lists this role as a Full-time position.
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    Adena Home Health and Hospice is looking for a candidate with "Entry-level" experience level.
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