Clinical Social Worker Hospice

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)

United States, Maryland, Hunt Valley

May 31, 2023

SouthFacility Based Care

Full Time

Day 8 Hour Shifts (8:30 am-5:00 pm)

Req# 41453

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, conducts assessments, develops and implements care plans, provides counseling and support to patients and their family (including children) around dying process, coping, and planning. Assesses needs and links to community resources. Integral member of the Interdisciplinary team.

Education	Master's degree in Social Work from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Experience	One year of social work experience in a health care setting. Previous hospice experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary team in providing patient care Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention to detail Must possess professional image, positive attitude, enthusiasm, and self-motivation Comfortable in maintaining professional boundaries Strong self-awareness Culturally humble, curious and open to learning about diverse backgrounds Proficient computer skills Knowledgeable about community resources as well as diligent in researching a wide array of resources including those related to financial benefits Demonstrates empathy and compassion Effective time management Highly organized Knowledge of self-care, personal boundaries; abilities, limits and inner resources Analytical skills necessary to assess client needs, to establish a plan of care and to implement appropriate interventions Ability to function independently and effectively anticipate needs and problems
Licensures, Certifications	Licensed in the State of Maryland as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C). Advanced licensure for LMSWs is required within 3 years of the start date.
Physical Requirements	Physical ability to drive in rural, suburban, and urban areas to access client homes for up to 50% of the workday and to access client homes by walking, climbing stairs, etc.
Working Conditions	Work is performed inside the organization's offices and in patient homes in all types of weather conditions.
Conditions of Employment	Valid driver's license, automobile insurance and reliable automobile Maintain current licensure and certifications

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.