About Job

Description

Summit Home Care and Hospice is searching for an experienced and motivated Medical Social Worker to join our home health and hospice teams. We’re committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services in the comfort of our patients' homes to positively impact quality of life by redefining the delivery of care.

Hospice & Home Health Medical Social Worker

Shift: Monday – Friday; Standard Business Hours
Office Location: 800 Yard St. Suite 300 Columbus, OH 43212
Work Setting: Hybrid & Some Travel Required
Service Areas: Franklin County & Surrounding Counties
Travel: Some Required (Mileage Reimbursement, $0.48/Mile)
Salary Range: $68,000 - $72,000 per Year

Job Summary

The Home Health and Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) is responsible for providing a wide range of psychosocial services to terminally ill patients and their families, as well as patients receiving home health care.
This includes assessing psychosocial status, implementing care plans, and ensuring compliance with state Medical Social Work Practice Acts and company policies.
This is a cross-functional/hybrid role that will primarily support Home Health team but may also support the Hospice team when needed.

Responsibilities

Psychosocial Assessment and Care

Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments of patients and families/caregivers.
Develop and implement care plans including social service goals, supportive counseling, problem-solving, and community referrals.
Provide pre-bereavement and bereavement support, including support groups as appropriate.

Patient and Family Support

Serve as an advocate and support person for patients and families/caregivers.
Provide information and refer to additional services as needed regarding practical and environmental needs.
Assist families with advanced directives, end of life planning, and care facility placements when appropriate.
Participate in discharge planning and ensure continuity of care.
Link patients with community resources and services.

Collaboration and Communication

Serve as an active participant with the Hospice IDG and attend routine IDG meetings every 15 days as scheduled.
Maintain collaborative relationships with interdisciplinary team members.
Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and in-services to contribute to patient care planning.
Serve as a liaison between patients/families and community agencies, maintaining and developing contracts with public and private resources.

Documentation and Compliance

Maintain accurate clinical records, progress notes, and reports in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
Ensure compliance with company policies, Medicare regulations, and professional standards.
Manage related expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner.
Perform other duties as delegated by the Hospice Clinical Manager/DON/Administrator/Hospice and Home Health MSW.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited school required.
Licensure and/or certification as required by the state.
Minimum of two years of social service experience in healthcare setting or social services.
Knowledge of community resources and ability to obtain them for patients and families.
Understanding of hospice philosophy and principles of death/dying.
Ability to work independently in an interdisciplinary setting.
Valid driver’s license and an insured automobile in good working order.
Excellent observation, judgment, and communication skills, with the ability to provide timely written documentation.

Additional Requirements