Per Diem Hospice Medical Social Worker (LMSW)

Overview Carmel, IN Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. As a clinician owned and operated company, we create the opportunity and environment for each employee to realize their highest potential while maintaining a personalized focus on our Patients and Families every day. We are the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our integrated care delivery model incorporates technology, innovation and best practices. We produce value based outcomes by managing chronic disease process, rehabilitation and end of life care. We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care. What does this mean for you? At Optimal Care, you have our resolute commitment to being an exceptional place to work. Your expertise, passion and commitment to exceptional quality care will continue to thrive. With you we can build a remarkable place to work. Benefits Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) Company Vehicle Program for field roles Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care Company paid Short Term Disability 401(k) with Employer Match Mileage Reimbursement Pet Insurance ID and Fraud Protection And more... Key Responsibilities Optimal Care Hospice Medical Social Workers are trained professional Social Workers who assist patients and families living with terminal illnesses. The Medical Social Worker coordinates care to enhance the patient’s quality of life by handling the day-to-day details of the client’s medical care, establishing, implementing, and evaluating goals, and counseling the patient and their family/caregiver as they journey through the end stage of life. In this role you will be responsible for: Completing the patient’s initial evaluation within 5 days of hospice admission and re-evaluating the patient\’s social work needs during each subsequent visit Assisting patients and caregivers in planning for funeral arrangements, financial, legal, and health care decisions Educating and assisting patients and caregivers in the preparation of advanced directives Providing information to patients and caregivers regarding community agencies and referral services Carrying out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse, and planning intervention based on evaluation findings Assessing the psychosocial status of patients and caregivers related to the patient’s terminal illness Counseling patients and caregivers as needed concerning stress, and other identified coping difficulties Assessing for and educating staff on any special needs related to the culture of patients and their caregivers. This includes communication, the role of family, space, and any special traditions Providing bereavement support to patients, caregivers, and hospice personnel Qualifications Required Qualifications Master\'s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university Current and valid driver’s license Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage Minimum of one year experience in healthcare Medical Social Work skills are as defined by accepted MSW standards Understands the hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying Experience and or education in grief or loss counseling Demonstrates ability to assess and respond to the needs of patient’s families and caregivers in varied settings and to function effectively in the home or nursing facility environment Demonstrates skill in Social Work practice, ability to cope with ill, disabled, terminal patients, family emotional stress, and tolerance of individual lifestyles Ability to handle multiple priorities, documentation requirements, and deadlines Desired Qualifications Hospice experience preferred Familiarity with Home Care Home Base (HCHB) preferred Location Office Location: Carmel, IN Main Service Area: Marion, Hamilton, Madison, Hancock, Shelby, Johnson, Morgan, Hendricks, Boone, and Clinton Schedule This position is Per Diem Hours are as-needed with flexibility based on your schedule, supporting patients and families Monday through Sunday between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Compensation Pay Range: $30 - $35 USD Additional Information Optimal Care conducts a background screening upon acceptance of a contingent job offer. Background screening is completed by a third-party administrator, and is performed in compliance with applicable laws. Equal Opportunity Optimal Care is an equal-opportunity employer. Notes Regarding accommodations, reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr