Social Worker - Hospice

Ojai Health and Rehabilitation

Active lmsw credential or msw degree
One year healthcare experience required
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
The Social Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and bereavement support to Hospice patients and their families

Job Summary

  • The Social Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and bereavement support to Hospice patients and their families.
  • This role requires conducting initial assessments, developing goal-directed plans of care, and providing short-term crisis intervention.
  • Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto liability insurance to perform essential duties.

Matching Summary

The Social Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and bereavement support to Hospice patients and their families.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active LMSW credential or MSW degree
  • One year healthcare experience required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Ability to work independently in crisis situations
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Two years social work experience preferred
  • Active patient contact within past three years
  • Adaptability to diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Emotional stability under hospice stress
  • Experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Active LMSW credential OR MSW from CSWE accredited school
  • Minimum one year healthcare setting experience
  • Supervision by MSW if BSW degree holder (with exceptions)
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology/sociology with supervised experience option
  • Annual TB testing and state-required health screenings

Work Rights

Not specified

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