Hybrid Social Worker -LCSW na Visiting Nurse Association

Description

Social Worker-LCSW 

Job Type

Full-time

Valparaiso, IN

VNA HOSPICE OF NWI IS SEEKING:

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER- (LCSW)

• Full-time (Monday -Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm)
• Must have an LCSW in the state of Indiana
• Salary range $65,500 - $70,500 based on experience

VNA Hospice of NWI is looking for compassionate and empathetic Social Workers to work with our hospice, palliative & transition support patient needs. This role will involve providing care in the patient's homes and at Long Term Care Facilities.

The coverage area includes Porter, LaPorte, Starke, Jasper, Newton, and Lake. Mileage is paid if a fleet car is not available.

SUMMARY:

Together, we:

• Provide chronic disease management to Hospice, Palliative &/or Patients needing support post-facility discharge for transition support.
• Carries out psychosocial evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, and resiliency, communication patterns, neglect or abuse, and plans intervention based on evaluation findings.
• Educate patients and caregivers on disease process, medications, plan of care and individualized treatment plan
• Maintains and processes all documentation in compliance with agency standards utilizing the electronic medical record-keeping system. Submits all clinical documentation, time records and other information in the required time frame
• Works within a team concept with a nurse practitioner, nurse, chaplain and volunteer to support all of the psychosocial and medical needs of a patient and caregiver to promote independence, reduced hospitalizations, and self-determination in a patient-centered medical model.

Requirements

QUALIFIED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• LCSW in the State of Indiana with at least 1 year of clinical experience in geriatric care, and/or medical systems
• Have reliable transportation and be willing to commute within a designated territory
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently.
• Thorough knowledge of current computer software (ie. Word, Excel, 365)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work effectively in high-activity situations and under pressure.

VNA Hospice of NWI provides an environment that promotes patient/family care, customer service, and teamwork. As a full-time employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance (includes prescription coverage and vision discount)
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Paid Days Off
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account/Dependent Care Reimbursement
• 403b Thrift Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Direct Deposit

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Standard Shift:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Valparaiso, IN 46383: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Clinical Social Worker (Required)

Work Location:

• In person