Link to apply:Who We AreJoin Our TeamCome grow with Compass, the leader in hospice, palliative care andgrief support in Queen Anne's, Kent, and Caroline CountiesCompass is committed to offering comprehensive, professional, and compassionate care and support to patients, caregivers and families who have found themselves facing a life-limiting diagnosis or loss. Our work directly impacts our communities' quality of life. Therefore, we seek employees who are technically skilled, possess superior interpersonal skills, and wish to contribute to our culture of caring.Compass is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our growing team. We offer competitive pay, a positive work environment, fulfilling work, career growth and excellent benefits. If you are interested in being a part of our team, you may apply by:Click Link to apply:Submitting your resume by mail, fax, or email to:Fax: Mail: 160 Coursevall DriveCentreville, MD 21617Email: Benefits We Offer:Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and VisionRetirement: 401K with a company matchPaid time off: 5 weeks your first yearLife insurance (company paid & voluntary)Short- and Long-term disabilityAccident, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Compass Regional Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on the organization's needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability, or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.Come grow with Compass Regional Hospice (Compass), the leader in hospice, palliative care, and grief support in Queen Anne's, Kent, and Caroline counties, located on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Compass is committed to offering comprehensive, professional, and compassionate care and support to patients, caregivers, and families who have found themselves facing a life-limiting diagnosis or loss. Our technically skilled staff possesses the highest level of compassion and are devoted to the philosophy of hospice care.Link to apply:Social WorkerSummary of responsibilities:The Medical Social Worker is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for medical social work services. They assure a variety of social work interventions to hospice patients, families and care givers is provided in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team. They assure the psychosocial, financial and bereavement concerns are addressed in each patient/family care situation.Reports to: Director of Support ServicesRESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONS:Patient CareProvide psychosocial assessment on patients entering the hospice program.Address any financial concerns from the patient or family member(s)Define patient/family issues and concerns based on total team assessment and the psychosocial care plan and develop interventions when appropriate.Identify and coordinate community resources on behalf of patients/families.Serve as liaison between patients/families/caregivers and community agencies.Interpret hospice and insurance reimbursements policies to patient/families and other agencies as necessary.Participate in discharge planning as needed.Assist patient/family/caregiver with securing durable power of attorney and with funeral arrangements, as needed.Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and review care plans.Collaborate with other team members for the patient/family benefit.Provide appropriate documentation in clinical record for services rendered.Assist physicians and other team members in understanding significant social and emotional factors related to health problems and death/dying issues.Develop written material specific to area of expertise and responsibility for use by team to benefit hospice patients and the community at large.General DutiesParticipate in peer review and quality assurance procedures as appropriate.Participate in hospice training and in-service programs as requested.Participate in annual self-appraisal and development plan.Speak with community and professional groups on behalf of hospice.Maintains the confidentiality of employee, patient/client and agency information at all times.Accepts and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.Qualifications:Master's degree and current license of eligibility at Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) level4-5 years education and/or clinical experience in a health care setting and/or in family dynamics2-3 years' experience in a palliative care setting, preferred.2-3 years' experience in communicating orally and in writing about patient care standards and care with patients and family members.Work Schedule:* Monday – Friday 8:00am to 4:30pmThis position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.Link to apply:
