Hospice Medical Social Worker-CSWA or LCSW Category Social Job ID 2018-4212 Type Full Time 40 Location Name Medford Hospice # of Openings 1 Address 834 South Front St Days of the week working M-F City Central Point Time of day and or shift schedule Day State Oregon Overview Now Hiring! Full-Time Hospice Medical Social Worker - CSWA or LCSW Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Signature Healthcare at Home - 834 South Front St - Central Point, Oregon 97502 The Hospice Medical Social Worker is responsible for assessing the psychosocial status of patients, families, and/or caregivers related to the patients terminal illness and environment. Responsibilities Communicate assessment findings to the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary group, ensuring their understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to patients health problems and death and dying issues. Carry out social evaluations and plan interventions based on evaluation of findings. Counsel patient, family, and/or caregivers in relation to stress and other identified coping difficulties. Serve as a liaison between patients and their support group and the community, providing information and referral services as resources to them. Participate in the development of the individualized plan of care, attend group meetings, and maintain clinical records pertaining to social work. Qualifications/Skillsets Masters Degree in Social Work. Minimum 1 year experience in Social Work in a healthcare setting. Must be a CSWA or LCSW in the state. Current CPR Certification. Must have a valid drivers license and current automobile insurance. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients of this type. Must possess the ability to work independently without supervision. Effective problem-solver and use good judgment in difficult situations. Must possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Please apply on line for this position here: https://careers-4signatureservice.icims.com Samantha Bennett Signature Healthcare at Home Regional Recruiter Tel: 503-607-0614 |C: 971-264-8367 | F: 1-866-415-6242 SBennett@4signatureservice.com | www.4signatureservice.com Hospice | Home Health | Home Care IND 123