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Anvoi Hospice MS

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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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.

$65,291 / year median in Mississippi

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Anvoi Hospice is a vibrant, expanding organization. Currently, we are looking for an experienced Social Worker (PRN) with Hospice experience to be a part of this growing opportunity. With an incredible team of support personnel and experienced professionals, this position will provide you with the backing you need, but with the autonomy you have always desired.
Job Duties:
Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group. Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe and another plan is required. Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high-risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. Counsels patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary. Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos. Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work prepares clinical and progress notes. Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advanced directives. Provides information and referral services for organization patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A
graduate of a bachelor's program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3). Minimum of one (1) year's experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying. Experience in a hospice care preferred. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification. Must be licensed with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
Pay:
$30.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person