Social Worker

Job Details: Level: Experienced. Position Type: Full Time. Location: Houston, TX 77056. Oversees medical social services under the direction of a physician. Responsibilities Conducts the Comprehensive Assessment within five (5) days of the patient’s election for hospice care to identify patients’ psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs through point‑of‑care documentation, clinical records, IDG/T meetings, and community resource referrals. Assists with advance directives, funeral planning, discharge planning, family counseling, and changes in the level of care as indicated by the patient or family. Utilizes effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written. Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice and licensing board. Maintains a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements to demonstrate professional growth and competency. Provides counseling to patients and family/caregivers around issues of end‑of‑life, death, and grief. Promotes hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Attends IDG/Team meetings, participates in the patient care planning process, and coordinates with the IDG to promote patient care collaboration. Accepts clinical assignments consistent with education and competence to meet patient needs. Creates an environment that respects patient privacy and property. Participates in the Hospice’s QAPI program. Follows the Hospice infection control policy. Participates in the Hospice’s educational in‑service programs as required. Qualifications Education: Social Work (MSW) degree from a Council on Social Work Education accredited school; or Baccalaureate in social work from an accredited institution; or Baccalaureate in psychology, sociology, or related field supervised by a MSW, with one (1) year of healthcare social work experience; or Baccalaureate from an accredited school employed by the Hospice before December 2, 2008 and not required to be supervised by a MSW. Licensure: Licensed as required by the state of practice. Current driver’s license. Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. Experience: One (1) year of experience in palliative care or hospice preferred. Skills: Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrated computer proficiency. Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance. #J-18808-Ljbffr