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Grace Healthcare Services Social Worker in Mountainside, New Jersey
Great New Career Opportunity in Hospice
Now Hiring Social Worker Full time
flexible shifts
Company Overview
It is our belief that the delivery of hospice care can be taken to a new level of excellence by those who understand the privilege of what it means to serve the terminally ill. Grace Healthcare Services was founded by a group of hospice professionals who value that opportunity and privilege. We are dedicated to advancing the quality of hospice care in the communities that we serve. Our promise is to utilize the inherent expertise of our staff to educate consumers and serve patients and families with the highest level of dignity and grace.
Great perks for employees working at Grace Healthcare Services
Supportive Leadership
Ongoing Education
Flexible Schedule
Employee discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
We appreciate our employees
Purpose :
The person in this position will provide direct casework and counseling services to the patient/family as directed by the plan of care. The social worker provides psychosocial assessments and develops a corresponding care plan as coordinated with the Interdisciplinary Team
Job Description :
Provide psychosocial assessments, direct casework, and counseling services to patients and their families.
Participate in the preparation, evaluation, and execution of the interdisciplinary care plan to assure that the aims of continuity and comprehensiveness of care are accomplished.
Work collaboratively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team(s).
Prepare clinical and progress notes for the clinical record per Hospice, state, and federal guidelines/standards.
Prepare documentation for the clinical record per Hospice, state, and federal guidelines and standards.
Maintain and update knowledge of community resources. Facilitate referral of patients/families to those resources as needed and desired.
Participate in taking on-call responsibilities as necessary including weekends and evenings.
Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings as requested.
Qualifications :
A Master’s degree from an accredited educational institution of social work is preferred or another related clinical degree
Must be a licensed social worker
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
Experience in health care and clinical social work is preferred
Knowledge of the process of death, dying and bereavement is required
Understanding of psychosocial factors operative in terminally ill patients and families required
Unlimited access to a reliable car
Current state driver’s license and auto insurance
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