Per Diem MSW Social Worker - job 1 of 4

As a Per Diem MSW Social Worker at AdvisaCare, your main responsibilities include performing initial psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual assessments, and implementing goal-directed care plans. You will also participate in interdisciplinary team conferences, document all patient interactions, conduct reassessments, provide crisis intervention, and maintain relationships with community agencies to promote cooperation and referrals.

To apply for the Per Diem MSW Social Worker position at AdvisaCare, you must hold a Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school. Additionally, one year of experience in home health care is preferred, along with hospice experience. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required as well.

AdvisaCare prioritizes work-life balance for its Per Diem MSW Social Workers by offering flexible scheduling options. This allows you to tailor your work hours to fit your lifestyle while still providing essential support and care to patients and their families.

Per Diem MSW Social Workers at AdvisaCare enjoy a range of benefits including a 401K retirement plan, medical benefits, the opportunity to earn PTO, and a work environment that fosters employee appreciation and support. Your important work is noticed and rewarded here!

Working at AdvisaCare as a Per Diem MSW Social Worker is unique due to our deep commitment to enhancing the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses and supporting their families. We provide a caring and collaborative environment that values your input, while equipping you with resources for personal and professional growth in your social work career.

When answering this question, highlight your specific experiences conducting psychosocial assessments, detailing the approach you take to evaluate a client's emotional and social needs, and how those assessments guide care plans.

In your answer, provide an example of a challenging crisis you managed in the past. Discuss the strategies you used to de-escalate the situation, while ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved.

Explain how you establish trust with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and understanding their unique circumstances. Provide examples of how this rapport has benefitted your interactions.

Share your experiences working in interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing your communication skills, your ability to see the bigger picture, and how cooperation leads to comprehensive patient care.

Reflect on the essential qualities of an MSW working in hospice care, such as compassion, patience, and the ability to navigate emotionally charged situations. Support your answer with personal insights or relevant experiences.

Discuss the organizational strategies you utilize to keep track of assessments, documents, and patient follow-ups, highlighting any tools or methods that help you maintain efficiency.

Tell a specific story illustrating your advocacy efforts on behalf of a patient, detailing the steps you took and the outcome of your advocacy in improving their care or situation.

Emphasize the importance of accurate documentation in patient care, legal compliance, and facilitating communication among team members, along with how you ensure timeliness and precision in your records.

Explain your approach to providing support and counseling during bereavement. Highlight your sensitivity to the grieving process and share techniques you find effective for helping families cope with loss.

Your response should reflect your passion for end-of-life care, focusing on your desire to make a positive impact, provide comfort, and support families during a profoundly challenging time.