Licensed Medical Social Worker - Hospice

This is an outstanding opportunity, with an established provider offering future growth, a wonderful culture and Exceptional Benefits.Job SummaryPrimary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform psycho-social assessments, analysis, counseling and referrals to meet the needs of the patient/family.What You Will DoAssess hospice patient to identify psychosocial, grief, financial, environmental and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community resource referralsProvide individual patient/family counseling, crisis intervention, information and assistance with preparation of advance directives, funeral planning issues and transfer of responsibilities relative to legal and fiscal issuesFacilitate community resources based on patient/family needsJob QualificationsEducation: Bachelors or Master's Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program.Licensure: State CertificationExperience: One (1) year social worker experience in a health care agency.Special Instructions: Please do not apply for this position unless you have hospice and/or home health industry experience, no exceptions.