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Social Worker - Hospice (PRN)

Hospice of Marion County
place Port Charlotte, 33948
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
ECT
Families
Individuals
Hospice/Palliative Care

About Job

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing comfort and dignity. Apply now to make a difference!About the Role:Tidewell Hospice is seeking a Social Worker to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey. This role provides psychosocial support, care coordination, and resource assistance to ensure comfort and dignity for those we serve.Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess patient and family needs related to coping, mental health, financial resources, and caregiver support.
  • Provide individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support.
  • Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and manage patient care plans.
  • Assist with financial resources, Medicare/Medicaid, and long-term care planning.
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and participate in IDG meetings.
  • Support patients and families with advance directives and memorial planning.
  • Educate the community on hospice care.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation.
Qualifications:
  • Education & Experience: Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting (internships may qualify).
  • Licensure: Must hold or be in the process of obtaining one of the following Florida licenses within 90 days of hire:
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Other Requirements:
  • Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation for field-based roles.
  • Proof of valid auto insurance.
Provide 64 hours a month availability to cover Charlotte & DeSoto counties.Why Join Us?Empath Health values diversity and is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care. We are a High Reliability Organization focused on zero harm and patient, client, and staff safety. Participation in our seasonal flu program is required for employment.Make a difference—apply today!#socialworkerjobsflorida

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Hospice/Palliative Care
Aviation/Transportation

Settings

Hospice
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Schools
Home Health/In-home