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Social Worker

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Why Suncrest

At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you!

Benefits

Actual Work/Life Balance
Competitive Pay
Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid Time Off
401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades

Details

The Social Worker assists patients and families in coping with problems resulting from severe or long-term illness. They will assess, diagnose, and treat patient’s mental and social conditions, counsel individuals and/or families, and update case records.

Qualifications

Assesses psychosocial status of client and social and emotional factors related to the client’s illness, need for care, and response to treatment.
Provides direct social casework services to clients and families including assisting with goal setting, counseling, and planning and providing interventions.
Advises agency personnel, clients, and families of appropriate community resources, their eligibility criteria, and regulations.
Participates in the development and periodic renewal of the client’s plan of care.
Observes and reports to the physician, the response of the client to treatment and changes in his condition.
Maintains verbal and/or written communication with other personnel involved with care of the client.
Maintains appropriate and timely client care records including observations, treatments, client response to treatment, and changes in client’s condition.
Attends and participates in appropriate client care conferences, staff meetings, and agency committee meetings.
Thorough knowledge of social work principles and methods.
Knowledge of individuals and group behavior and ways of working effectively with adults, children, and families who have social, economic, emotional, or health problems.
Ability to exercise independent professional judgment in complex situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and families, staff members, outside agencies and institutions, and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Master’s degree in Social Work required

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What You Should Know About Social Worker, Suncrest Hospice

If you’re a compassionate and skilled Social Worker looking to make a real difference, we want to introduce you to an incredible opportunity at Suncrest Hospice in Westlake. Here at Suncrest, our mission is to transform hospice care by delivering top-notch service and support to our patients and their families. As a Social Worker with us, you will be on the frontlines helping families cope with the challenges associated with severe or long-term illnesses. Your role will involve assessing patients' psychosocial status, providing direct counseling, and collaborating with our clinical team to develop comprehensive care plans. We take pride in our organization’s commitment to employee well-being, offering an actual work-life balance, competitive pay, and a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k plan with an employer match. Here, you won’t just be a number; you’ll be a valued member of our team, with opportunities for growth as we expand our reach. Your expertise in social work principles, along with your ability to establish strong relationships and your independent judgment, will make you an integral part of our compassionate environment. If you’re excited about joining a rapidly growing national community health organization and believe in providing exceptional care, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey at Suncrest Hospice.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Social Worker at Suncrest Hospice?

As a Social Worker at Suncrest Hospice, your primary responsibilities will include assessing the psychosocial status of clients, providing direct counseling to patients and their families, and updating case records. You'll also participate in developing client care plans, maintain communication with healthcare teams, and provide valuable information about community resources.