Caseworker Hospice Care

Community Healthcare of Texas has provided Hospice and Palliative Care Services since 1996. Community Healthcare of Texas has cared for patients with serious and terminal illnesses throughout North Central Texas. Providing compassionate care for those living with an illness while supporting those caring for a loved one is the mission of Community Healthcare of Texas

Co mmunity Healthcare of Texas is currently recruiting for a Social Worker.

Position Summary

To provide therapeutic/emotional support, education, and resource information to patients and their families; Advocate for patients’ needs/wishes with team members, family members, caregivers, and other providers.

Essential Functions

Assess the psychosocial needs of the patient and family members

Provide therapeutic counseling and emotional support to patients and family members, and education on end-of-life issues

Contribute to and execute the Plan of Care with the family/patient

Record daily documentation of visits and contact in accordance with Policy

Provides referrals to community resources

Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

Bachelor's of Social Work with 1 year of applicable experience required; Master's degree preferred

Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Hospice or healthcare experience preferred.

Proficient skills using a computer are required

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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