About Job

Eden Health is 100% employee owned company providing services for our community helping them stay safe and healthy in the comfort of their homes. We are currently in 8 states (WA, OR, ID, MT, WY, CA, NV & AZ), we experienced 20% growth in 2022 and we’re not stopping. What that means for you is there is room to grow and advance your career as far as you’d like!

We're hiring a Hospice Medical Social Worker to join our growing team serving patients in Tucson, AZ!

OVERVIEW

The Social Worker provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient’s health status and in development of coping mechanisms. They will collaborate with the patient and their support system(s) to develop and implement evidenced-informed person-centered care plans across the continuum of care for Home Health and Hospice patients and the interdisciplinary team of the Agency.

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists the patient, caregiver(s), physician and Agency care team to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient’s health status on an as needed basis;
Alternates between the two care settings (Home Health & Hospice) effectively and appropriately based on the care needed/provided;
Contributes as a care team member to the development of comprehensive, integrated plan of care for patients on a daily basis;
Instructs care team members on community resources available to assist patients;
Collaborates with hospitals and community Agencies to promote continuity of care;
Assesses social and emotional factors related to patients’ illness(es) to determine ability to cope with daily living problems;
Assists the patient and caregiver(s) to understand, accept and follow medical recommendations;
Assists the patient and caregiver(s) in utilizing community resources;
Identifies gaps in community resources and stimulates resource development and/or improvement as needs arise;
Visits patients according to Plan of Care, completes a clinical note for each visit timely and accurately;
Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient/family needs if necessary;
Other duties as assigned.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU!

More Than A Clinical Job

We’re growing, so you can find career opportunities that match your goals and fuel your passion and we promote from within every chance we get!

Employee Owned

Eden Health is 100% Employee Owned, few Healthcare providers can say that! We take pride in what we do, and we believe our employees should share the success of our company in a tangible way. Ask us what this means for our employee-owners!

Health Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Wellness Program

Career Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program
Long-Term Service Recognition
Team Member Referral Program
Training & Educational Assistance
Endless Career Advancement Opportunities

Financial Benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance
Extra pay for on-call/after-hours availability
Extra pay for worked Holidays

Personal Benefits

Paid Sick Leave and Vacation Time – eligible employees start accruing time on their first day of employment
Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Hardship Fund
Flexible Schedule to Fit Your Needs
Floating Holiday

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Current license as a Social Worker / MSW or BSW required
Hospice and/or Home Health experience as a Social Worker preferred
Current BCLS certification
Current CPR card
Current health certificate/physical examination and TB testing
Valid Driver’s license and reliable automobile
Proof of current automobile insurance (MVR checked)
Criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.
Must have proof of up to date COVID vaccine, or submit an exemption request to be reviewed/approved prior to hire