Job Location : Sycamore,IL, USA
Job Type Part-timeDescriptionNorthern Illinois Hospice is a trusted and growing agency. Founded in 1979, we were the first hospice agency in our region and one of the first 50 in the nation. We are looking for exceptional people to join our exceptional team. People who want to make a difference in the community and in the lives of others.We are seeking a dedicated part time Medical Social Worker with the highest standards of excellence, who seeks the opportunity to work for an employer that's the leader in patient-focused, team-based hospice care and committed to creating a culture of excellence.The Medical Social Worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services to Northern Illinois Hospice patients and families. Primary duties include:Patient/Family SupportAssesses the psychosocial status of patients and families/caregivers related to the patient's terminal illness and environment and communicates findings to the registered nurse and other members of the interdisciplinary group (IDG).Carries out social evaluations and plans intervention based on evaluation findings. Counsels patient ad family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties.Maintains clinical records on all patient referred to social work.Provides information and referral services for patients and families/caregivers regarding practical and environmental needs.Provides information to patients and families/caregivers and community agencies.Serves as a liaison between patient and families and community agencies.Maintains collaborative relationships with Northern Illinois Hospice staff to support patient care.Participates in the development of the individualized plan of care and attends regularly scheduled IDG meetings.Assists physician, APRN, and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.Actively participates in Quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.Participates in bereavement support as assigned.Participates in Admission rotation, assisting patients and families/caregivers with the hospice decision and consent process.Maintains a high level of understanding of Medicare and Medicaid programs in relation, including admission procedures and qualifications for skilled nursing facilities (SNF).Quality/CompliancePerforms duties in accordance with the Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation for Social Work. Adheres to the State of Illinois Social Work Practice Act.Possesses awareness and acceptance of various lifestyles without imposing personal values on the patient/family.Assists with explaining and completing Durable Power of Attorney- Health Care (DPOA-HC) documents.Participates in Quality Improvement Activities and initiatives.Maintains effective communication with Admissions Team, Volunteer Services, and Bereavement staff with regard to referrals. Develops and implements a discharge plan for the patient in conjunction with the patient/family, personal representatives, and hospital social workers/discharge planners.Maintains personal and professional boundaries.Provides accurate and timely documentation, including pertinent and complete data in the electronic medical record, according to documentation guidelines.Expected Hours of Work: Rotating schedule: 24 hours one week and 16 hours the next, rotating. Scheduled clinical call rotation includes assigned weeknights and weekends. Northern Illinois Hospice supports our employees' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. The expected wage range for this role is $24.00 - $37.00 per hour. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits.BENEFITS:Comprehensive Benefits Package Access a well-rounded benefits package designed to support your well-being.Choice of Medical Plans: Choose from two medical plans tailored to fit your unique healthcare needs.Health & Wellness Accounts: Manage expenses with a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).Dental and Vision Insurance: Keep your smile bright and vision sharp with our dental and vision insurance options.Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance: Gain peace of mind with fully covered basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Company-Paid Disability Coverage: Stay protected with employer-paid short-term and long-term disability plans.401(k) with Company Match: Build your future with Roth and Traditional 401(k) options, plus a company match every pay period.Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy PTO that grows with your years of service.Northern Illinois Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Northern Illinois Hospice, we believe diversity makes us better.Northern Illinois Hospice is a drug free workplace.RequirementsREQUIREMENTS:Education: Master of Social Work degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) required.Training and Licensure: Licensed Social Worker in the State of Illinois required. Experience: Minimum of one year's experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.Knowledge/Skills/Ability: Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis in a community setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural, and religious modes. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.Other: Local residence with ability to respond to on-call within 30 minutes of assigned service area. Meets agency requirements for criminal background check.