Position Title: Social Worker LSW Requirement Location: Greenville, OH, US Employment Status: Full-time role requiring 40 hours per week Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with on-call shifts during evenings, weekends, and holidays Responsibilities: Managing and executing psycho-social programs customized for patients and their families based on personalized care plans Responsibilities: Responsibilities of Position: • Completes a comprehensive initial and ongoing psychosocial assessment according to accepted standards of practice and agency policy for each patient and family, or as requested. • Assess patients and family members for risk related to abuse/neglect and suicide, and those with active or past substance abuse, and initiate contracts as deemed appropriate. • Provide effective counseling approaches and processes for patients and families, including therapeutic and supportive interventions, education, life review, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention when indicated. • Assist patients and families with end-of-life care planning, including knowledge of living wills, DPOA, provision of care for dependents, assessing decision capacity, and funeral planning. • Develop and implement a plan of care for the patient/family and attend IDG and care conferences as needed. • Utilize existing community resources to assist patients/families. • Assist members of the Interdisciplinary Team in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health care. • Coordinate visits with other team members to ensure the most effective meeting of patient/family needs. • Assure continuity of care when a change in location of care is necessary (including admission to a nursing home or respite setting). Facilitate nursing facility placement (PAS/RRs) and arrange transportation. • Provide education to employees, volunteers, and the community about services available to meet the psychosocial/economic needs of the patient. • Assist the Bereavement Coordinator as requested. • Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the patients and families. • Complete all documentation as required by the organization in compliance with Agency policy, accreditation bodies, and governing requirements. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • To qualify for the Social Worker position in Greenville, OH, US, you must possess a Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. A Bachelor of Social Work Degree may also be considered. • A current Social Work licensure in the State of Ohio is required. • Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience working in a clinical setting. • Previous experience in healthcare and/or hospice is preferred. • A valid driver's license is necessary for this role. • Excellent customer service skills are essential. • The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented with strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills. • Ability to follow instructions accurately is crucial. • Candidates must be able to work independently without direct supervision. • Flexibility to travel to other sites as needed, even in inclement weather conditions. • Must be able to lift 25 lbs of supplies or equipment. • The role involves various physical activities such as sitting, standing, twisting, turning, bending, lifting, and walking.
• Responsibilities of Position: • Completes a comprehensive initial and ongoing psychosocial assessment according to accepted standards of practice and agency policy for each patient and family, or as requested. • Assess patients and family members for risk related to abuse/neglect and suicide, and those with active or past substance abuse, and initiate contracts as deemed appropriate. • Provide effective counseling approaches and processes for patients and families, including therapeutic and supportive interventions, education, life review, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention when indicated. • Assist patients and families with end-of-life care planning, including knowledge of living wills, DPOA, provision of care for dependents, assessing decision capacity, and funeral planning. • Develop and implement a plan of care for the patient/family and attend IDG and care conferences as needed. • Utilize existing community resources to assist patients/families. • Assist members of the Interdisciplinary Team in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health care. • Coordinate visits with other team members to ensure the most effective meeting of patient/family needs. • Assure continuity of care when a change in location of care is necessary (including admission to a nursing home or respite setting). Facilitate nursing facility placement (PAS/RRs) and arrange transportation. • Provide education to employees, volunteers, and the community about services available to meet the psychosocial/economic needs of the patient. • Assist the Bereavement Coordinator as requested. • Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the patients and families. • Complete all documentation as required by the organization in compliance with Agency policy, accreditation bodies, and governing requirements. • Other duties as assigned.