Social Worker/Bereavement Coordinator

Position Summary The Social Worker and Bereavement Coordinator is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Social Worker provides preventive, educational, and evaluative and treatment services to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, to help them improve, restore, and maintain their maximum level of coping. The Social Worker utilizes community resources and the interdisciplinary team to aid in this process. Position Specific Responsibilities Explain hospice services and Medicare benefits; obtain required consents and documentation as requested. Complete and submit documentation timely, in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Read and apply company policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines in the provision of care and services. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT), contributing to development and implementation of the plan of care. Provide psycho-social and bereavement support to patients, families, and caregivers; engage external/community resources as appropriate. Develop, update, and maintain care plans reflecting current problems, goals, and interventions. Respect patient and family environments and belief systems; remain nondiscriminatory regarding age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or other personal matters. Perform other duties as assigned. Social Worker Responsibilities Conduct initial and ongoing psycho-social assessments, addressing financial resources, insurance, living arrangements, caregiver stressors, anticipatory grief, and community resource needs. Facilitate long-term care placement when needed and participate in care planning meetings at facilities. Support and guide advance care planning, including living wills, POA documentation, funeral arrangements, memorial services, and body/organ donation. Supervise social work practicum students as applicable. Bereavement Coordinator Responsibilities Promote and assess bereavement risk factors at admission and throughout patient care; develop and implement bereavement care plans after the patient’s death. Provide or coordinate grief counseling, support groups, memorial services, and community education related to bereavement. Identify and support the bereavement needs of non-family caregivers, including staff and residents at facilities. Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to integrate volunteer support into bereavement activities. Maintain a library of bereavement resources and provide materials to patients, families, and caregivers as appropriate. Prepare reports, in-services, and other documentation to demonstrate the value and effectiveness of the bereavement program. Attend and participate in community events and public outreach promoting bereavement support services. Education and/or Experience Required – Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; licensure required by state rules. Supervisory oversight by an MSW for hospice patient care planning and counseling needs. Preferred – Master’s degree in Social Work with one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; licensure required by state rules. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the provision of grief, loss and/or bereavement support for individuals and families. Skills Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, use whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rate, ratio, and percentage. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communication. Other Skills and Abilities: Fluent in English; embraces hospice philosophy; clinical experience or training related to death, dying, and bereavement; strong organizational and time management skills; flexible schedule to include nights and weekends. Massachusetts Licensure required to be titled social worker or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW. Physical Demands and Work Environment The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization. At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Pay Range $26.61 - $44.36 / hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Compassus