Social Worker

Company: Heritage Communities
Location: Omaha
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

ID: ONAZ011620231Department: OnCare - Arizona


"Caring for those that once cared for us is one of life's greatest honors"

We are looking for a Social Worker to join us at Heritage OnCare Hospice to support our patients!

Social Workers:


Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group.
Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect, or abuse and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary groups, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family.
Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work.
Educates patients and families on, and assists in, the preparation of advanced directives.
Maintains collaborative relationships with organization personnel to support patient care.
Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care, involving the patient and family, and attends regularly scheduled interdisciplinary group meetings
Assists physician and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.




Our Social Workers Must Have:


A graduate of a master's program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Minimum of one (1) years' experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.
Experience in hospice care preferred.




Come Join Our Team

For more information contact us at

Apply@Heritage-Communities.com


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