What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker - Per Diem position at Hospice Of Southern Maine?
Hospice of Southern Maine is seeking a per diem Social Worker for our Home Program. The Social Worker is responsible to provide quality, cost effective social work care in a competent holistic manner for patients in their place of residence, through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of social work care, to empower patients and families at end-of-life to achieve maximum levels of comfort and independence.
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
- Has 1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
- Licensed by the State of Maine at the LMSW or LCSW level
- Valid driver’s license with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or agency requirements and is in good working order.
- BLS certification or the ability to obtain certification within the first 90 days of employment required. Certification must be kept active during the course of employment.
Hospice of Southern Maine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principles of equal employment opportunity. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act, the Maine Human Rights Act, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the Human Resources Office at 207-289-3640 or by e-mail for assistance.
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