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Hospice Social Worker

Good Samaritan
Posted a month ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Roanoke, VA, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

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  • The Medical Social Worker position requires a Master's Degree in Social Work and two years of social work or counseling experience, including one year in a healthcare setting.
  • The role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, providing counseling, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
  • Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with others.
  • The schedule is Monday to Friday from approximately 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and the position offers competitive benefits including 21 days of Paid Time Off and 100% paid medical coverage options.
  • Salary details were not specified, but the role emphasizes the importance of compassionate care and making a difference in patients' lives.

What you will do as a Medical Social Worker:

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
  • Provide counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Coordinate community resources and assist with financial, legal, caregiver, and psychosocial needs.
  • Assist patients and families with advance care planning, including advance directives and end-of-life wishes.
  • Advocate for patients while collaborating with physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community agencies.
  • Participate in family meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences.
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with Medicare regulations and agency standards.
  • Support hospice admissions, discharges, and transitions of care as needed.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and organizational programs that support excellent patient care..

What we are looking for:

  • Master's Degree in Social Work Required.
  • Two years of social work or counseling experience, including at least one year in a healthcare setting.
  • Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or hospice/palliative care certification preferred.
  • Experience with psychosocial assessments, counseling, case management, and crisis intervention.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Greater Roanoke Area - Looking for the Franklin County Area

Benefits: 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year, Up to 100% paid medical coverage through our ICHRA model, offering multiple health plan options, $0.65 per mile mileage reimbursement, Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% you contribute

50% match on the next 1%),Education Assistance to support your professional growth, and so much more!


Find your purpose here

At Good Samaritan Hospice, we believe compassionate care extends beyond medicine, it means listening, advocating, educating, and walking beside patients and families through every step of their journey.

If you're looking for a career where your compassion, expertise, and heart for service can truly make a difference, we invite you to join our team.

Apply today and help us make every moment matter.




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