What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker Hospice PRN position at Hospice of the West?
Overview
Are you a passionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) seeking a fulfilling career with a purpose? Look no further! Hospice of the West, a rapidly growing organization, is excited to welcome a Per Diem Compassionate Medical Social Worker to join our team providing patient care in and around the Phoenix Area.
As a Medical Social Worker (MSW) with us, your primary responsibility will be delivering exceptional social work services to our hospice patients and their families. You'll provide counseling and guidance to support their emotional well-being and coping capacity. Your efforts will make a profound difference in their lives during challenging times.
Who we are:
At Hospice of the West, we take immense pride in being a premier provider of end-of-life care. Our mission-driven and patient-centric approach sets us apart, and we are rapidly expanding. We are looking for skilled individuals like you to be part of our journey as we continue to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Our commitment to our colleagues is unwavering, and we offer an exceptional compensation package and industry-leading benefits, including:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
- A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
- Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
- Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
- Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program to ensure you have a smooth transition into our team
Responsibilities
- Be a Supportive Guide: Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
- Connect Hearts and Homes: Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
- Provide Individualized Care Advocacy: Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with your Bereavement Coordinator.
- Be part of a United Team Effort: Shape care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
- Provide Counseling with Compassion: Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.
Qualifications
- Masters of Social Work from an accredited school of social work
- Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in long term care or medical surgical/acute care setting. Hospice exp a PLUS!
- Possess and maintains current CPR certification if required by state.
$27.00 - $33.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.
Salary : $27 - $33