Medical Social Worker - $5K Sign On Bonus

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $34-$40

Are you acompassionate and dedicated Social Workerseeking a role withflexible work hours (as well as PT or FT)and the opportunity to collaborate within asupportive interdisciplinary team? Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health invites you to join our mission-driven, non-profit organization serving communities in Grafton & Belknap counties!

Why Choose Pemi-Baker?

• Competitive Benefits:Enjoy acomprehensive benefits package, with full-time benefits starting at just 32 hours per week!
• Retirement Security:Plan for your future with our401(k) plan and employer matching contributions.
• Mileage Reimbursement:Receive reimbursement for yourfrequent local travelwithin our service area.
• Work-Life Balance:Benefit from aflexible scheduledesigned to accommodate your needs.
• Collaborative Environment:Be an integral part of aclose-knit interdisciplinary teamdedicated to providing holistic patient care.
• Meaningful Impact:Make a real difference in the lives of home care and hospice patients and their families during vulnerable times.
• Professional Growth:Engage in ongoingpersonal and professional developmentopportunities.

As a Social Worker with our team, you will:

• Conductpsychosocial and bereavement assessmentsfor home care and hospice patients and their families, serving as a vital resource.
• Identify and addresspatient and family needs, including emotional, social, and financial concerns.
• Developindividualized social work plans of carein collaboration with the family and interdisciplinary team.
• Providesupport and resourcesto families facing end-of-life care, includingbereavement support and referral information.
• Connect patients and families withappropriate community agencies and financial resources.
• Identify and addresspatient and family risk factors, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Facilitate effectivefamily and team communication.
• Providein-service educationto staff and volunteers.
• Maintaintimely and accurate documentationthat meetsMedicare skilled criteria and medical necessity.
• Actively participate inteam meetings, in-services, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Contribute todischarge planningto ensure smooth transitions for patients.

What You Need to Bring:

• Education:AMaster's degree in Social Work (MSW)
  from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited institution.
• Experience:Previous social work experienceis highly valued.
• Communication Skills:Excellent verbal and writtencommunication skillsare essential for effective collaboration and patient interaction.
• Compliance:Must successfully pass requiredcriminal and driving record checks, as well as aBureau of Elderly and Adult Services check.
• Transportation:Reliable transportation, avalid driver's license, and proof ofcar insurancewith $100,000/$300,000 coverage are required due to frequent local travel.

If you are acompassionate, skilled, and dedicated Social Workerlooking for aflexible and rewarding opportunitywithin a supportive and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! Join the Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health team and make a meaningful difference in your community.

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its organization.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin,1age, disability, or2any other protected status.