Hospice Social Worker

We value each member of TEAM JOL and know that without YOU, there is no TEAM JOL and that cannot provide services. We strive to recruit and retain the best professionals in the industry and continue to develop and support work-life integration because we know that cared-for people provide better care.

• Are you an MSW wanting to work with a team that values you as a person and your contribution to the team?
• Do you expect excellent training, continuing education, and mentoring?
• Do you want to be part of an organization with the energy of a startup?

Job Summary: The primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform psychosocial assessments, analysis, counseling, and referrals to meet the needs of the patient/family.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: Masters Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program.
• Licensure: Texas Certification; Texas Driver’s License
• Experience: One (1) year of social work experience in a health care agency.
• Skills: Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills.
• Hepatitis profile.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation. Valid auto liability insurance.

Essential Functions:

• Assess hospice patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes, and community resource referrals.
• Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
• Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
• Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure the quality of care.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings, participate in the patient care planning process, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to promote coordination of patient care.
• Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Mileage reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LMSW (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Katy, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000