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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$80,290 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
At Madrona Hospice Care Inc., we've designed a plan of care that will work for you and your family. We understand the importance in providing you the guidance to make those decisions easier and before a time of crisis. That's why we have a diverse team of experienced professionals to offer a broad range of services. As a Medical Social Worker with Madrona Hospice Care, you will shape how we care for patients in their homes, mentor a team of social workers, and help set the standard for compassionate, high-quality service across our organization. We value teamwork, empathy, and a commitment to high-quality service, all aimed at putting patients and their families at ease during their transition. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in patients' lives and working in a supportive and family-oriented atmosphere, we encourage you to join us in providing exceptional home hospice care. Please note that this role is per diem with a rate of $100 - $120 per visit. Responsibilities Lead daily operations of our social services team, including policies, procedures, and care coordination with other clinical providers Recruit, onboard, and mentor social workers—providing clinical supervision, observing practice, and supporting their professional growth Oversee assessment, planning, and evaluation of social services care, and ensure clinical documentation meets state, federal, and ACHC standards Partner with the Executive Director on the annual department budget and resource planning Build strong knowledge of community resources and connect patients and referral sources to the right support Plan in-service training and continuing education to keep the team's skills sharp Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and help identify new ways to better serve our patients Perform other duties as required for patient services Requirements A Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program An active California license as an LCSW At least 3 years of management experience, preferably in home care Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, ACHC standards, and business operations Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients, families, staff, and the community A self-directed, organized, and flexible approach—you take initiative and work well with others Benefits Flexible Schedule Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested Paid Sick Days Paid Bereavement Leave Skills Training & Development Company Social Events Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits Referral Bonus