We have multiple openings for MSW/LMSW position. We are based in Albuquerque, but serve rural areas and we are always working to expand.

Per Diem is paid at a per visit rate, so the range seen on ad is an hourly reimbursement, but our visit rates are $60/routine visit $75/initial visit. Plus Milage reimbursement.

Full-Time is a salaried position $30-$36/hr, milage reimbursement, health benefits, and flexible schedule.

Job Summary: Evaluates and assesses patient needs for social service assistance, planning and coordination of patient programs and acts as a liaison between the patient, hospital, Hospice, physician and community in the home care venue with appropriate linkage of community services/resources. Performs under supervision of MSW (see Minimum Position Qualifications section for supervision details).

Essential Functions:

Acceptance and response to referrals from interdisciplinary health care team regarding clients who may require social services assistance.

Interviews patients and families in order to assess psychological, social, emotional and economic needs.

Plans and conducts short-term goal-oriented psychotherapy for patients and families.

Demonstrates self-motivation and initiative by developing and maintaining current information on community resources through attendance of continuing education and professional associations.

Completes documentation and paperwork, as required by Hospice policies; following the physician's Plan of Care for Medical Social Services.

Makes visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Conforms to all applicable Hospice policies and procedures.

Participates actively in continuing education and in-services.

Maintains confidentiality of patient information and business trade practices.

Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaints according to Hospice policy.

Maintains patient rights and dignity. Assures the care of the dying patient, optimizing his/her comfort and dignity.

Possesses adequate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Organizational skills

• Ability to supervise in accordance with Hospice's policies and applicable laws

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

• Time management

• Cooperative attitude

• Advanced interpersonal communication (written and verbal)

• Basic math skills related to patient care

• Ability to operate standard office equipment

Age-Related Competencies:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management:

Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.

Keeps abreast in changes in health care law.

Maintains Hospice/program compliance with local, state and federal laws and accreditation standards.

Minimum Position Qualifications: List the minimum qualifications required for this position:

• Education: For Hospice: Have an MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or have a baccalaureate degree in social work (BSW) from a school of social work accredited by the CSWE and be supervised by a MSW from a school of social work accredited by the CSWE and who has one year of experience in a health care setting. If the BSW is employed by the hospice before December 2, 2008, he/she is exempted from the MSW supervision requirement.

• Experience: 1 year social work experience

• License / Certification: Current and valid license approved by the State in which services are provided; CPR certification; driver's license and proof of current auto liability insurance.

Preferred Position Qualifications:

Experience: in health care setting

Environmental Conditions: Describe the work environment including risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other hazards.

Moderate noise level; Category C BBP risk; moderate stress and emotional demands.