Great Lakes Home Health Services - East Lansing, MI
posted 20 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
East Lansing, MI
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
As a Hospice Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) at Elara Caring, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families in a home setting. This position emphasizes personalized care, emotional support, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and dignity during the hospice journey.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify the psychosocial, financial, and environmental needs of hospice patients.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create and implement personalized care plans tailored to the patient's unique needs.
- Provide counseling and guidance to patients and families, addressing emotional and practical concerns, and facilitating coping strategies.
- Share significant findings and updates with physicians, supervisors, and care teams, ensuring seamless care coordination.
- Identify and address unsafe conditions, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients in their care settings.
- Empower patients and families by providing education about available resources, coping mechanisms, and care expectations.
- Maintain accurate and timely records, including physician orders, care plans, and clinical notes.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from an accredited program by the Council of Social Work Education.
- At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in hospice or home health.
- Current state license as a Social Worker (LMSW).
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities, with a compassionate and patient-focused mindset.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in hospice or home health settings.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(K) with employer match
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
- Pet insurance
- Family bereavement leave (including for pets)
