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ABOUT US We know hospice social workers are special. Their commitment to assist patients and families in the most vulnerable moments in life is remarkable. As the founder of Roze Room I am honored to celebrate our 20th year in the industry and to be surrounded by dedicated and caring professionals. Roze Room Hospice was formed to honor the memory of my grandmother Roza, whose favorite flower was the rose. Integrating her name and the flower rose into our name reminds me of our daily purpose and mission. Therefore, all we do at Roze Room is geared towards the patient and family. Our goal is to provide the best care possible to our patients and treat each patient with love, compassion and dignity. Our nurses are an integral part of our organization and we look forward to you joining our family. -Lena Beker, Founder POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a qualified on-call Social Worker who will be an integral part of our Interdisciplinary Hospice Team and will assist the team in understanding the significant social, emotional, and cultural factors related to each patient’s terminal illness. The On-Call Social Worker conducts psychosocial assessments and evaluations and provides emotional counseling to patients/families. The Social Worker works under the direction of a physician and supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and serves as a resource to our patients, families and our community. Must be able to utilize computers and be comfortable with EMR. Must possess a sympathetic attitude toward caring for hospice patients and families and must have excellent oral and written communication skills and positive interaction skills with other members of the hospice team. On-Call visits are frequently after hours and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters of Social Work Degree from a school accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education. L.C.S.W. preferred, but not required. Clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Knowledge of psychosocial theories and use of psychosocial treatment techniques. Knowledge of beliefs and practices of cultures related to death and dying. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Ability to make appropriate professional judgments. Valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, reliable/well maintained transportation. Spanish preferred, but not required.

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or otherwise. Minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. POSITION PURPOSE Provide support to residents and their families in coping with placement in a long-term care facility. Be the understanding, helpful and caring person they turn to at this difficult time. Perform assessment at admission; update as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION Perform assessment of the resident at admission, upon change of condition and/or annually; create, review and update care plan and progress notes Provide direct psychosocial intervention Assist resident’s family in coping with placement in a skilled nursing facility, physical illness, disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process Coordinate resident visits with outside services -dental, optical, etc. Work with the resident, family and other team members to plan discharge Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and resident rights Supervise and guide Social Services Assistants Attend and document resident counsel meetings Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws. Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator. Perform additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS The Social Worker must have knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment and be skilled in directing and motivating the staff. Will work cooperatively as a member of a team. Need to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality. Requires a BSSW, State licensing (if required in State of employment) and one year of experience in a long-term care environment. MSSW preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Summary: Hospice Master Licensed Social Worker or LCSW: Provide wide range of psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families in their home and/or facility Regularly assess the patient and family psychosocial needs. Regularly assess the pre-bereavement/anticipatory grief needs. Implement the Plan of Care provisions to meet their needs, which include: social service goals for alleviating problems, supportive counseling, problem solving, community referrals, funeral planning, connecting to resources available, providing pre-bereavement and bereavement care. Regularly re-evaluate the patient’s and families psychosocial needs. Attend interdisciplinary team meetings. Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW), accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Tennessee State Social Work Licensure at master or LCSW level Two years of medical social work experience in a healthcare setting Hospital discharge planning or hospital experience a plus Knowledge of Medicare; Tennessee; and coordinating services through discharge planning placements into facilities; acquiring services and accessing community resources/services. Experienced with grief and the dying process; experience providing support Strong organizational and communication skills. Highly proficient on electronic medical records and lap top documentation into EMRs

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or otherwise. Minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Need Full Time licensed Social Worker. Must have long term experience. POSITION PURPOSE Provide support to residents and their families in coping with placement in a long-term care facility. Be the understanding, helpful and caring person they turn to at this difficult time. Perform assessment at admission; update as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION Perform assessment of the resident at admission, upon change of condition and/or annually; create, review and update care plan and progress notes Provide direct psychosocial intervention Assist resident’s family in coping with placement in a skilled nursing facility, physical illness, disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process Coordinate resident visits with outside services -dental, optical, etc. Work with the resident, family and other team members to plan discharge Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and resident rights Supervise and guide Social Services Assistants Attend and document resident counsel meetings Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws. Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator. Perform additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS The Social Worker must have knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment and be skilled in directing and motivating the staff. Will work cooperatively as a member of a team. Need to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality. Requires a BSSW, State licensing (if required in State of employment) and one year of experience in a long-term care environment. MSSW preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or otherwise. Minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position does not supervise anyone. POSITION PURPOSE Provide support to residents and their families in coping with placement in a long-term care facility. Be the understanding, helpful and caring person they turn to at this difficult time. Perform assessment at admission; update as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION Perform assessment of the resident at admission, upon change of condition and/or annually; create, review and update care plan and progress notes Provide direct psychosocial intervention Assist resident’s family in coping with placement in a skilled nursing facility, physical illness, disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process Coordinate resident visits with outside services -dental, optical, etc. Work with the resident, family and other team members to plan discharge Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and resident rights Supervise and guide Social Services Assistants Attend and document resident counsel meetings Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws. Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator. Perform additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS The Social Worker must have knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment and be skilled in directing and motivating the staff. Will work cooperatively as a member of a team. Need to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality. Requires a BSSW, State licensing (if required in State of employment) and one year of experience in a long-term care environment. MSSW preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

General Purpose: The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility’s social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis. Essential Job Functions: This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive: Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. Involve the resident/family in planning social service programs when possible. Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary. Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Compile information on discharge plans and present to appropriate committee as required. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Work with the facility’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required. Make routine visits to residents and perform services as necessary. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director concerning the operation of the social services department. Assist in making appointments for the resident/family as required or appropriate. Assist in providing solutions for social and practical environmental problems including seeking financial assistance, discharge planning (including collaboration with community agencies) and referrals to other community agencies when specialized assistance is required. Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in the education of the community regarding aging, rights of residents, facility services and other related topics. Orient the resident to the long-term care environment and facilitate adjustment upon placement. Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information. Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information. Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse. Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility. Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Others as deemed necessary and appropriate, or as may be directed by the Social Services Director or Administrator. Minimum Qualifications: Good assessment, listening, and counseling skills. Organized and detailed in work performance. Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility. Comply with the Residents’ Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures. Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Perform Essential Duties as outlined above.

SUMMARY: The Social Worker reports to the Director of Social Services and the Administrator. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university; or, a bachelor’s degree in a human services field including but not limited to sociology, gerontology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology from an accredited college or university. One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals Experience in dealing with people in crises is preferable. Knowledge of the case management process, needs of geriatric patients, healthcare settings, working knowledge of funding resources such as Medicare Parts A, B, C and D, Medicaid, Managed Care and other private insurances. Imagination and creative ability, skill and working cooperatively with other professionals, ability to organize and carry out responsibility efficiently and effectively. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing in a wide variety of circumstances. Commitment to the mission and goals of the center. Ability to exercise independent judgment where procedures cannot be standardized. Dedicated totally to the success of the center and The Better Way culture. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Able to lift 60-70 pounds occasionally. Able to bend, stoop, squat, and twist numerous times daily. Good vision and hearing in order to respond to auditory and visual requests from patients, as well as, able to communicate with staff. Able to speak in a clear concise voice in order to communicate with patients who may be hearing-impaired. Able to carry out fine motor skills with manual dexterity. Able to manage own stress effectively. WORKING CONDITIONS: Well lighted, well ventilated office space with privacy available for interviewing. Interacts with general public under all conditions. Much of the work involves difficult circumstances, patients and families in emotional distress, severe illness, dying, death and grief, confusion, combativeness, ill-temper, etc. Must be alert to possible injury, changing conditions in patients, and appropriate responses. Constant pressure to respond maturely and effectively with patients, families, other staff and other professionals. Must appropriately represent center in dress and demeanor per the partner handbook and any written regional policy. DUTIES: (Note: Specific duties are assigned at the discretion of the SWS Department Head and may be adjusted to meet the needs/expertise of personnel available). General Description Share current information available about funding resources. Work with individual patients and families toward adjustment to center life and to crises of illness, disability, and death. Served in an advocacy role for patients and their families in expressing, defining and resolving grievances. Coordinate discharge planning functions. Participate in developing patient care plans in cooperation with individuals from other disciplines. Participate in in-service training programs. Evaluate the quality of social services as part of the center’s overall quality improvement program. Develop and maintain contacts with appropriate community agencies. Admission: Interview and develop trusted relationship with applicants and their families. Obtain accurate, relevant information to be used in determining appropriateness of placement. Provide family and patient with accurate, up-to-date information regarding funding resources such as Medicare Part A, B, C, and D, Medicaid, and Private insurances. Room Assignment: Participate in room assignment decisions. Notify patients and families of room change decisions. Notify departments involved in room changes. Document room changes. Medical Records: Document, clearly and legibly, 24 hour social work assessment for new admissions (see specific instructions and format in the Social Work Services Manual). Prepare and document the Social Work Psychosocial Assessment/history within required time frames. Document reports of progress that required intervals. Participate in preparation of Admission Summary Sheet and Patient “MDS Form”. Discharge Follow-up reporting as applicable. Patient Care Planning Conference: Work as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Participate in Patient Care Planning (PCP) conference. Prepare for PCP conference with evaluation complete, including problems identified, goals, and approaches. Coordinate discharge planning as agreed upon by patients, family and care plan team. Assume organizational or leadership roles for conferences as needed. Appropriately advise families and patients of plan of care. Ombudsman: Informed patient and family of patient’s rights and advance directives. Maintain relationship with patient and family in order to facilitate early identification of potential problems. Maintain close working relationship with all other departments inappropriately resolving grievances. Identify report trends or patterns of complaints to the Director of Social Work Services. Manage difficult or emotional customer situations. Case Management with Patients and Families: Respond to immediate need of any patient or family referred by floor staff, DON, therapists, administrator, or physician. Encourage maximum participation of family in meeting needs of patients. Assist in arranging transportation when required. Respond promptly to customer needs. Proactively work to meet and/or exceed customer expectations. Build a relationship of trust and respect with customers. Develop knowledge of criteria utilized by Medicare and other third-party payors for continued stay authorization in order to educate patient and families. Transition/Discharge Planning: Obtain information from family and patients on admission regarding expectations and resources available for discharge planning. Collaborate with other care plan team members to develop individualized patient discharge plans through the patient care planning conference and through level of care meetings. Coordinate in-house planning and assist patient and family in obtaining services needed to assure continuity of care. Provide information to other centers with which there is a Transfer Agreement on discharge. Participate in Utilization Review to advise committee on discharge planning. Document discharge planning in patient’s medical record. In-Service Education: Participate in continuing education programs available, with consents of Social Work Services Director. Participate in in-service education of staff in areas of expertise, especially emotional needs of elderly, patient’s rights, confidentiality and the Abuse Policy. Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement program of center. Participate in survey processes conducted by state regulatory agencies. RESPONSIBILITIES: The social worker is responsible for the quality of social services rendered by the center. Report to the Director of Social Work Services to the current status of social services and present needs as perceived by the social worker. Understand and abide by established policies of healthcare Center and interpret them to concerned parties. Participate in consultation with the Director of Social Work Services and regional social work consultant, especially pointing out problems and trends that may require company policy attention. Maintain confidentiality of professional information. Account for use of time, report sickness, and planned vacation time with the Director of Social Work Services. Other Duties and Responsibilities which may be assigned by the Director of Social Work Services. Assuring Resident Safety

Position Summary   Under general supervision, the counselor demonstrates thorough knowledge of therapeutic patient care, patient advocacy, team dynamics, hospital systems, and serves as a resource for the unit and support staff.   Collaborates with leadership in developing and implementing the Spartanburg Medical Center culture, Vision, Mission and goals. The Social Worker will provide advanced Individual, Group, Couple and/or Family Counseling, and patient education utilizing a variety of therapeutic interventions.           Minimum Requirements   ·        Education        Masters Prepared   ·        Experience       New Graduate to Veteran Therapist     Required Licenses/Registrations/Certifications   ·        Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited school ·        Current   South Carolina therapist license   Core Job Responsibilities   ·        Will be responsible for psychosocial assessments, group therapy sessions, outcome of therapy measurements, and community referrals. ·        Will participate in interdisciplinary treatment team and work groups.    ·        Will perform other appropriate duties as assigned.   ·        Will positively interact and develop rapport with consumers and their families, professional support staff, and various levels of staff from community agencies. ·        Able to maintain a calm, non-defensive, supportive attitude during crisis or potential crisis situations. ·        Must know and perform crisis intervention techniques. •     Will perform designated examiner responsibilities, assessments, and hearing processes.

Qualifications: Social Work degree (MSW). Minimum of one (1) year social work experience in health care setting, preferably hospice. Responsibilities: Knowledgeable regarding psychosocial and emotional factors which impact multiple health issues; understanding of medical regimens, psychiatric diagnoses, social work treatment interventions, and Community health/welfare resources. Understanding and acceptance of hospice principles and philosophy of care. Ability to establish and maintain therapeutic relationship with patients, families and colleagues. Ability to function as participating member of CH IDT. Knowledge of the impact of terminal diagnosis and anticipatory grief on psychosocial functioning, family dynamics, and Community relations, and of appropriate therapeutic interventions. Ability to effectively provide individual, group, and family counseling, crisis intervention, and Community referrals. Provides counseling services to the patient, family, and significant others in accordance with physician’s orders. Assesses patient/family psychosocial response to terminal illness. Evaluates coping skills in crisis situations. Assists patient, family, and CH staff in utilizing Community resources. Explores and evaluates patient/family financial situation and offers appropriate resources as indicated. Assists in transfer or discharge planning from CH services when required. Assists in providing individual and/or group bereavement counseling for all hospice families and, when appropriate, to the general Community. Assists CH team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to care of terminally ill patients and their families. Works with CH team members to create and implement plan of care. Participates as requested in the orientation, training, and coordinating of CH volunteers. Provides workshops and presentations on topics related to grief, loss, and bereavement for professional groups as appropriate. Increases public awareness of hospice services through presentations to community groups as appropriate. Writes timely clinical records on all patients including initial psychosocial assessments, progress notes, and care plans. Adheres to CH policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Support Services or designated supervisor Homestead Hospice is an equal opportunity employer – race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or otherwise. Minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Licensed Social Worker POSITION PURPOSE Provide support to residents and their families in coping with placement in a long-term care facility. Be the understanding, helpful and caring person they turn to at this difficult time. Perform assessment at admission; update as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION Perform assessment of the resident at admission, upon change of condition and/or annually; create, review and update care plan and progress notes Provide direct psychosocial intervention Assist resident’s family in coping with placement in a skilled nursing facility, physical illness, disabilities of the resident, and the grieving process Coordinate resident visits with outside services -dental, optical, etc. Work with the resident, family and other team members to plan discharge Conduct in-service programs to educate staff regarding psychosocial issues and resident rights Supervise and guide Social Services Assistants Attend and document resident counsel meetings Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws. Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly report to Administrator. Perform additional duties as assigned. EDUCATION / REQUIREMENTS The Social Worker must have knowledge of psychosocial practices applicable to a long-term care environment and be skilled in directing and motivating the staff. Will work cooperatively as a member of a team. Need to communicate effectively with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality. Requires a BSSW, State licensing (if required in State of employment) and one year of experience in a long-term care environment. MSSW preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSITION SUMMARY   The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides direct and indirect care to a specific patient population using social work assessment, high risk screening and counseling skills along with age appropriate interventions to facilitate appropriate use of healthcare resources and adjustment to illness. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker manages patients across the health care continuum to achieve optimal clinical, financial, operational and satisfaction outcomes and facilitates timely discharge planning.   The Licensed Clinical Social Worker promotes interdisciplinary collaboration in all aspects of work, participates in individual and group care conferences facilitating patient satisfaction, safe discharges and timely dispositions. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides patients/families post acute options for alternative levels of care, completes appropriate referrals for needed resources as well as develops and executes the discharge plan.       REQUIREMENTS   Must have 1-3 yrs of experience as a social worker in a medical setting. MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education. Current California license issued by the Board of Behavioral Sciences. Los Angeles City Fire/Safety Card within 30 days of hire. Current BLS Card issued by American Heart Association.

The Social Worker is responsible for assessing and triaging discharge planning needs and coordinating community resources with patients and their families/legal representatives.  As a member of the multidisciplinary team, individual works closely with physicians, financial staff, and ancillary staff to facilitate those functions associated with arranging care and providing referrals. The Social Worker will attempt to resolve social and environmental difficulties interfering with the patients' ability to maximally manage their medical care and overall quality of life. Significant independent judgment, analytical, problem solving, collaborative skills in order to organize and prioritize multiple tasks to provide patient centered leadership and direction. Education Knowledge of social work theories, therapies, and techniques of casework processes, and principles of public welfare at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work or related field. Coursework in Medical Social Work preferred. Experience Approximately 6 months to one year of on the job experience necessary in order to gain full knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to discharge planning and knowledge of health and welfare resources and facilities. Required A current Wisconsin Social Worker certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

This position will be PRN. LMSW or LCSW Required. SUMMARY Seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for Affinis Hospice. Provides professional medical social services to the Hospice patients as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with State and Federal regulations; as well as Hospice policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Assumes primary responsibility for medical social services for Hospice patients and families. Assesses patient/family social and emotional factors in order to estimate their capacity and potential to cope with the terminal illness and death. Assesses patient/family ability to meet financial obligations and offer appropriate resources and activate resources as indicated. Evaluates patient’s insurance coverage and options in this regard. Collaborates with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to develop a comprehensive plan of care and goals within two days of the start of the patient’s care and as necessary throughout the provision of services to assure response to the patient’s/family changing needs. Provides patient/family-counseling services that are consistent with the established plan of care under medical supervision, to include bereavement counseling in situations determined to be high risk. Accurately documents observations, interventions and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided in accordance with Hospice policy and procedures on the day services are rendered. Submits documentation in a timely manner Assists patient, family and staff in utilizing community resources. Supervises counseling activity provided by the Hospice. Assists in discharge planning form Hospice service when care is no longer appropriate. Participates in Interdisciplinary Group conference and facilitates discussions of issues relating to the psychosocial component of Hospice care. As a member of the Interdisciplinary Group, assists team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to care of the terminally ill patient and the family. Participates in Hospice orientation and in-service training programs for professional staff. Participates in the orientation, training and coordination of volunteers working in the Hospice programs as appropriate. Participates in Hospice and community programs and presentations as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of Hospice care and increase public awareness. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must be able to function in a practice environment with minimal direct supervision. Extensive knowledge of healthcare and long-term care organizations and their structure. Considerable ability to plan and direct subordinate staff in the execution of their activities and prioritize workload. Ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work LMSW or LCSW required. One year of social work experience in a health care setting. If the state has registration practices, registration to practice as a Medical Social Worker in the state(s) in which the Hospice is certified. Ability to meet Hospice’s conditions of employment regarding health clearance, and provisions of professional references. Transports self to patient’s home/facility, may be in multiple locations in a workday. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS If the state has registration practices, registration to practice as a Medical Social Worker in the state(s) in which the Hospice is certified. EEO / M/ F/ D/ V/ Drug-Free Workplace

Job Summary :   The NASW Standards of Social Work Practice in Health Care Settings are exemplified within this Job Description.   The social worker provides medical social casework to a wide array of patients, ranging from the newborn to the advanced geriatric patient.   The main focus of the social worker is to assist in meeting the psychosocial/continuum of care needs of the patient and family to ensure optimum functioning.   In addition to direct care services, the social worker shall have duties of consultation, education, policy and program planning, continuous quality improvement tasks, advocacy, and liaison with the community.   The MSW is expected to have a larger percentage of macro/indirect functions than the BSW social worker.   The MSW is also expected to manage referrals that are significantly high-risk and problem-proned.   Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status.   Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.   Education & Experience :   Masters degree in social work preferred from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Three years experience in social work is preferred.   Healthcare social work experience is strongly desired. Licensure & Certifications:   Valid Driver's License. Current license to practice in the state of South Dakota at the LCSW level. Independent Private Practitioner (PIP) credential is desired.  

Job Summary:   Under the administrative direction of the Clinical Manager and Branch Director and within established agency policy and procedure, the Social Worker provides medically related social work services in a community health setting for the purposes of improving or maintaining the social, emotional, and functional status of the patient in the community. Provides service to patients and families in their homes, which supports the total person.  This is accomplished within an interdisciplinary plan of care.  Works collaboratively with the RN, LPN, Home Care Aide, Social Worker, P.T., P.T.A., O.T., C.O.T.A., S.L.P., and office support staff to coordinate patient care utilizing community resources as needed.  Participates in staff education. Provides consultation regarding assessment, planning and implementation of care. Coordinates activities with other community, agency and/or department staff and carries out special activities on assignment. Responsibilities: • Provides superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers and patients • Assumes accountability for own professional practice in achieving patient outcomes • Accurately, promptly and thoroughly documents patient care observations, interventions and evaluations • Accountable for managing a caseload of patients with oversight by an LICSW to achieve optimum patient outcomes • Identifies primary diagnosis, reasons for home care, and problems based on assessment, which includes patient demonstration of functional status; then develops a plan of care that will best meet patient outcomes • Responsible for initiating, evaluating and updating the patient plan of care to achieve desired outcomes • Provides therapeutic care and patient education; makes appropriate referrals based on identified patient needs that will maximize independence and patient/family participation • Collaborates with the physician and other members of the health care team to ensure care is safe, effective and coordinated • Attends and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to promote quality patient care, as scheduled by clinical supervisor • Meets weekly with Clinical Manager and LICSW to review patient caseloads, assessing the quality of care, coordination of all disciplines involved and appropriate allocation of resources • Collaborates with Performance Improvement staff • Collaborates, communicates and cooperates as appropriate with other health care providers to ensure quality and continuity of care • Serves as a patient advocate, within the limits of the law • Ensures effective communication by checking voice mails twice per day and downloading PDA twice daily • Collaborates with scheduling department to ensure patients are visited according to treatment plan, and fulfilling any productivity expectation • Assumes accountability regarding communicating changes on patient schedules to Clinical Scheduler, and works with scheduling to maintain productivity levels if scheduled patient visits drop off • Attends and participates in clinical inservices, trainings, etc. Requirements/Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited school of social work with a Master of Science degree in social work for LCSW. • Must possess current Massachusetts Social Worker licensure. • Must possess a current valid driver's license. • Knowledge of community resources and long term care issues is required. • Must have demonstrated competence and satisfactory performance in the delivery of social work services in the medical field for a minimum of three years. • Ability to work independently in the home care setting • Demonstrate responsibility for self-direction • Demonstrate ability to learn and utilize computer technology • Demonstrate effective communication skills       

Roze Room organizations have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles in 2014, 2015, 2016. ABOUT US We know hospice social workers are special. Their commitment to assist patients and families in the most vulnerable moments in life is remarkable. As the founder of Roze Room I am honored to celebrate our 20th year in the industry and to be surrounded by dedicated and caring professionals. Roze Room Hospice was formed to honor the memory of my grandmother Roza, whose favorite flower was the rose. Integrating her name and the flower rose into our name reminds me of our daily purpose and mission. Therefore, all we do at Roze Room is geared towards the patient and family. Our goal is to provide the best care possible to our patients and treat each patient with love, compassion and dignity. Our nurses are an integral part of our organization and we look forward to you joining our family. -Lena Beker, Founder POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a qualified on-call Social Worker who will be an integral part of our Interdisciplinary Hospice Team and will assist the team in understanding the significant social, emotional, and cultural factors related to each patient’s terminal illness. The On-Call Social Worker conducts psychosocial assessments and evaluations and provides emotional counseling to patients/families. The Social Worker works under the direction of a physician and supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and serves as a resource to our patients, families and our community. Must be able to utilize computers and be comfortable with EMR. Must possess a sympathetic attitude toward caring for hospice patients and families and must have excellent oral and written communication skills and positive interaction skills with other members of the hospice team. On-Call visits are frequently after hours and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters of Social Work Degree from a school accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education. L.C.S.W. preferred, but not required. Clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Knowledge of psychosocial theories and use of psychosocial treatment techniques. Knowledge of beliefs and practices of cultures related to death and dying. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Ability to make appropriate professional judgments. Valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, reliable/well maintained transportation. Spanish preferred, but not required.

Roze Room organizations have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles in 2014, 2015, 2016. Per Diem MSW for week nights and also weekend days/night shifts ABOUT US We know hospice social workers are special. Their commitment to assist patients and families in the most vulnerable moments in life is remarkable. As the founder of Roze Room I am honored to celebrate our 20th year in the industry and to be surrounded by dedicated and caring professionals. Roze Room Hospice was formed to honor the memory of my grandmother Roza, whose favorite flower was the rose. Integrating her name and the flower rose into our name reminds me of our daily purpose and mission. Therefore, all we do at Roze Room is geared towards the patient and family. Our goal is to provide the best care possible to our patients and treat each patient with love, compassion and dignity. Our nurses are an integral part of our organization and we look forward to you joining our family. -Lena Beker, Founder POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a qualified on-call Social Worker who will be an integral part of our Interdisciplinary Hospice Team and will assist the team in understanding the significant social, emotional, and cultural factors related to each patient’s terminal illness. The On-Call Social Worker conducts psychosocial assessments and evaluations and provides emotional counseling to patients/families. The Social Worker works under the direction of a physician and supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and serves as a resource to our patients, families and our community. Must be able to utilize computers and be comfortable with EMR. Must possess a sympathetic attitude toward caring for hospice patients and families and must have excellent oral and written communication skills and positive interaction skills with other members of the hospice team. On-Call visits are frequently after hours and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters of Social Work Degree from a school accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education. L.C.S.W. preferred, but not required. Clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Knowledge of psychosocial theories and use of psychosocial treatment techniques. Knowledge of beliefs and practices of cultures related to death and dying. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Ability to make appropriate professional judgments. Valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, reliable/well maintained transportation. Spanish preferred, but not required.

Roze Room organizations have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles in 2014, 2015, 2016. ABOUT US We know hospice social workers are special. Their commitment to assist patients and families in the most vulnerable moments in life is remarkable. As the founder of Roze Room I am honored to celebrate our 20th year in the industry and to be surrounded by dedicated and caring professionals. Roze Room Hospice was formed to honor the memory of my grandmother Roza, whose favorite flower was the rose. Integrating her name and the flower rose into our name reminds me of our daily purpose and mission. Therefore, all we do at Roze Room is geared towards the patient and family. Our goal is to provide the best care possible to our patients and treat each patient with love, compassion and dignity. Our nurses are an integral part of our organization and we look forward to you joining our family. -Lena Beker, Founder POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for a qualified on-call Social Worker who will be an integral part of our Interdisciplinary Hospice Team and will assist the team in understanding the significant social, emotional, and cultural factors related to each patient’s terminal illness. The On-Call Social Worker conducts psychosocial assessments and evaluations and provides emotional counseling to patients/families. The Social Worker works under the direction of a physician and supervision of the Director of Patient Care Services and serves as a resource to our patients, families and our community. Must be able to utilize computers and be comfortable with EMR. Must possess a sympathetic attitude toward caring for hospice patients and families and must have excellent oral and written communication skills and positive interaction skills with other members of the hospice team. On-Call visits are frequently after hours and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONS: Masters of Social Work Degree from a school accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education. L.C.S.W. preferred, but not required. Clinical experience relevant to the psychosocial needs of patients and families. Knowledge of psychosocial theories and use of psychosocial treatment techniques. Knowledge of beliefs and practices of cultures related to death and dying. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Ability to make appropriate professional judgments. Valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, reliable/well maintained transportation. Spanish preferred, but not required.

The Forbush School at Glyndon is a year round program that offers students in grades K-8 with emotional, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, the low staff-to-student ratio and individual attention needed to help them thrive.    As a School Social Worker you will: Perform a full range of clinical social work services for elementary and middle school students with serious emotional/behavioral issues and some autism spectrum disorders Function as a key member of a treatment team and assist in developing treatment plans, IEP's,  monitor evaluate and consult on students' progress Interview students and families to perform admission intake functions or provide preadmission screening as needed Communicate with school systems; assist families in providing referrals for community resources/agencies and coordination with local social service agencies Conduct individual, family (if warranted) and group therapy sessions for students in order to assist in resolving personal and environmental problems that prevent them from achieving their highest level of psychosocial functioning Develop and assist in the implementation of discharge and transitions plans  Requires:   Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education Social Workers working in schools are required to have active MSDE certification as a School Social Worker at time of appointment or must apply for MSDE SW certification within 60 days of accepting a School Social Worker assignment, and must maintain this certification while working in any school assignment Possession of (or must be eligible to obtain licensure by time of hire) a Maryland State Social Work license (LCSW-C or LGSW). LCSW-C license preferred. o          If position is filled by an LGSW, individual will be required to receive 144 hours of supervision provided by a board-approved SPHS LCSW-C supervisor and is expected to apply and sit for the LCSW-C license within 2 to 3 years of acceptance of LGSW role. Will be required to participate in a minimum of 3 hours of face-to-face supervision per month with the LCSW-C supervisor. Will be responsible for maintaining documentation, for at least 5 years, of supervisory sessions including dates, duration, and focus of supervision, to be available for verification to the Board.

Social work services within an Integrace community focuses on several key areas, including the social and emotional impact of physical or mental illness or disability, the preservation and enhancement of physical and social functioning, the promotion of the conditions essential to ensure maximum benefits from long-term health care services, the prevention of physical and mental illness and increased disability, and the promotion and maintenance of physical and mental health and an optimal quality of life.  The principal components of social work are designed to provide assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive care, and to preserve and enhance social functioning.  Integrace provides medically-related social services which assist residents to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. It is the responsibility of the each social worker to identify the medically-related social service needs of the resident and assure that the needs are met by the appropriate disciplines, internal or external to the community   "Medically-related social services" means services provided by the community's staff to assist residents in maintaining or improving their ability to manage everyday physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.   Education: Formal Education  Masters of Social Work (MSW) (preferred) and one year of direct experience as a social worker in long term care. A supervised practicum in geriatrics or long term care (within the context of the MSW program) may substitute for the year of direct experience.    Or    A BSW and 3-5 years of direct experience as a social worker in the long term care setting may substitute for the MSW requirement. Clinical practicums within the context of a BSW program do not count towards meeting the experience requirement.    Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:    Licensed by the state of Maryland in one or more areas (LSWA, LGSW, LCSW, LCSW-C) is required.