ProMedica - Fremont, MI
posted 22 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Fremont, MI
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
About the position
The Social Worker (MSW) position at Heartland Hospice is a flexible, per diem role focused on providing psychosocial support to patients and their families in a hospice setting. The role involves assessing the needs of patients and families, developing interventions, and monitoring the psychosocial assessment process as part of an interdisciplinary team. This position is ideal for licensed social workers looking to support terminally ill patients and their families in the Fremont area.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychosocial support to patients and their families based on assessments of needs and goals.
- Utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.
- Assist with patient visits during the week to cover vacations and increased patient needs.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for patients and families.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School.
- Licensure as required by the state in which the hospice is located.
- One year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred.
- Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families, and understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death.
Nice-to-haves
- Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness.
- Ability to support others during times of crisis.
- Ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401k Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO
- Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
- Competitive Salaries
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
