Job Summary
The Hospice Social Worker provides compassionate, comprehensive care to patients and their families during the end-of-life journey. This role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, developing individualized care plans, and offering emotional support to patients and families facing terminal illness. The Social Worker/Bereavement Coordinator will also manage grief counseling and bereavement services for families both before and after the death of a loved one. This position requires strong collaboration with an interdisciplinary healthcare team, as well as the ability to connect patients and families with community resources and practical support. A bilingual (English/Spanish) professional is highly preferred to ensure culturally competent care and effective communication with a diverse patient population.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments for patients and families to identify emotional, social, and financial needs.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families facing terminal illness, helping them manage grief, fear, and anxiety.
- Offer counseling services, both individual and family-oriented, to help patients and their loved ones cope with the challenges of end-of-life care.
- Advocate for the patient’s and family’s wishes in relation to care, ensuring they receive appropriate services and support.
- Assist with creating and maintaining care plans tailored to the patient’s and family’s unique needs.
- Develop and implement bereavement programs and services to support families before and after the death of a loved one.
- Facilitate support groups for individuals coping with grief and loss.
- Provide ongoing counseling to families who are navigating the bereavement process, offering emotional and psychological support during the grieving period.
- Offer education on grief and loss, including normal grief reactions and how to seek additional support if needed.
- Collaborate with doctors, nurses, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, holistic care to the patient and family.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss the care plan, report progress, and address family concerns.
- Maintain accurate and confidential documentation of patient and family interactions, assessments, and care plans.
- Prepare regular reports for team meetings, detailing updates on patients’ emotional and psychosocial status.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA and all applicable regulatory and ethical standards in documenting and sharing information.
Skills
- Strong background in social work principles and practices.
- Proficiency in crisis intervention techniques and behavioral health support.
- Ability to assess the emotional, social, and psychological needs of patients and families.
- Providing empathetic, non-judgmental communication to individuals dealing with grief.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective client interaction.
- Working effectively within a multidisciplinary team (doctors, nurses, chaplains, volunteers) to create a cohesive care plan.
- Engaging in strategies to avoid burnout and fatigue, ensuring continued quality care for patients.
We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our team. Your expertise will make a meaningful impact, helping individuals and families navigate challenging times and empowering them to move forward with strength and hope. Apply now and be a part of something truly transformative.
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Work Location: In person
