Social Worker - Addus HomeCare : Job Details

Tennessee Quality Care Hospice is seeking a PRN Social Worker to join their growing hospice team! Enjoy competitive pay and flexible hours! Location : Jackson, TN Schedule: As needed. 2-3 days a week 8am-4:30pm Qualifications: Social Work Degree Tennessee: Masters Degree in Social Work required. Current State Licensure in Social Work Tennessee: LMSW, LCSW or LAPSW can practice under the supervision of an LCSW Minimum of one years experience in health care or hospice setting Valid drivers license and proof of insurance is required What We offer: Flexible Hours Great culture and team atmosphere Mileage Reimbursement Employee Referral Program Employee Discount Programs What Youll Do: Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patients plan of care. Provides an assessment in the patients identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided Counsels patient and family/ caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care Provides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies. Text 7000 to 334-###-#### to APPLY today!