Caseworker Hospice Care

It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• 403-B Retirement Plan
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Full time

Shift:
Full Time
Shift :? Monday thru Friday 8:30 to 5pm with some on call coverage
Kissimmee, St Cloud, Lake Nona, Airport area.
Interacts with facility/hospital case managers to coordinate hospice services. Develops and implements psychosocial care plans based on patient and family needs. Assists patients and families in obtaining financial resources. Communicates with caregivers and makes referrals to community resources. Assesses and documents family bereavement needs from admission through the hospice process. Maintains professional documentation in the electronic medical record. Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
Knowledge of electronic medical record.
Ability to follow standard precautions and uses personal protective equipment when indicated.
Ability to complete hospice Orientation and Training, as necessary.
Knowledge of current counseling theories and practices in the performance of duties in compliance with the legal and ethical parameters established and based on the level of education and certification attained by the employee.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal entitlement programs.
Knowledge of home health and hospice care.
Basic computer skills and proper telephone etiquette.
Flexible and willing to make changes, i.e., Ability to work without close supervision.
Computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
Verbal and written skills necessary to effectively communicate with various members of the health care team, other health facilities, community health-related organizations, various external parties, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to use office equipment such as telephone, personal computer, copier, fax machine, etc.
Field of Study:
~ in social work, psychology, counseling or related field with applicable state licensure

Work Experience:

• 2+ experience in the social work field is required [Required]
• Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse :

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Behavioral & Social Work Services
Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day