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CareOregon Social Worker - Hospice in Portland, Oregon
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Job Title
Contingent Social Worker - Hospice
Department
HCP-Hospice
Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Requisition #
24580
Direct Reports
N/A
Manager Title
Hospice Clinical Supervisor
Pay & Benefits
Estimated hiring range $ 38.19 - $46.67/hour, 5% bonus target, full benefits.
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Posting Notes
This role is a hybrid role with 3-5 days a week working within the Community.
Job Summary
The Hospice Social Worker is responsible for delivery of social work services to hospice patients, including psychosocial evaluations, ongoing counseling, casework services, coordination of referrals and bereavement services.
Essential Responsibilities
Performs initial and ongoing psychosocial/bereavement evaluations of patients/family/caregiver and assists in the development/implementation of the plan of care.
Is a core member of the interdisciplinary group (IDG) and actively participates in IDG meetings for development and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care.
Implements a plan of care for each assigned patient/family/caregiver unit and evaluation of that plan of care.
Assists patient/family/caregiver in determining of goals of care including completion of Advance Directives and POLST forms as needed.
Conducts patient and family counseling and education considering family system/dynamics and coping methods to all age groups.
Addresses advocacy needs for patients/families/and organization.
Facilitates formal and informal meetings with patients/caregivers/family member as needed.
Provides crisis management support and consultations with patient/family/caregiver or IDG team.
Provides information regarding the patient/family/caregivers psychosocial, spiritual, physical and financial needs or difficulties to the IDG team or providers involved in the patients care.
Serves as liaison with hospitals, care facilities and appropriate agencies to promote interagency cooperation, developing and maintaining communication and facilitating referrals to meet patient needs throughout the continuum of care.
Responsible for organizing/facilitating the transfer/discharge of patients.
Assists the family/caregivers in making final arrangements at time of patient’s death.
Assesses, develops and coordinates bereavement plan for significant others for one year following patient death.
Responsible for documentation in the electronic medical records, assuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulations, certification standards, legal and ethical standards according to policies and procedures.
Participate in orientation of new employees, volunteers or students seeking experience in hospice.
Organizational Responsibilities
Perform work in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision and values.
Support the organization’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion and respect for all individuals.
Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization’s strategic goals.
Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
Perform other duties as needed.
Experience and/or Education
Required
Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college
Current Oregon LCSW or LMSW license
Minimum one year hospice experience, including a background in medical social work
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge
Knowledge in case management, social work and counseling in a hospice setting
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Skills and Abilities
Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours (i.e., after-hours coverage or weekend coverage), as needed
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
Must have general computer skills and a working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records systems, MS office, Outlook, and the internet
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures
Ability to tolerate grief
Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
Ability to see, read, hear, and speak clearly for at least 6 hours/day
Ability to push, pull, stand, sit, and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day
Ability to lift, carry, walk, bend, climb stairs and/or pinch small objects up to 3 hours/day
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions
Working Conditions
Work Environment(s): ☒ Indoor/Office ☒ Community ☐ Facilities/Security ☒ Outdoor Exposure
Member/Patient Facing: ☐ No ☒ Telephonic ☒ In Person
Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology
Travel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee’s personal vehicle may be used. Driving may be required in all kinds of weather conditions. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.
Schedule: This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day.
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Candidates of color are strongly encouraged to apply. CareOregon is committed to building a linguistically and culturally diverse and inclusive work environment.
Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer. CareOregon considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
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