Director of Social Services: Hospice (19809)

Location:

Dallas / Fort Worth, TX

Benefits: 

•    Highly competitive compensation
•    Generous 401K with matching contributions
•    Continuing education reimbursement for professional growth
•    Ample vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
•    Employee recognition program with financial rewards
•    Mileage reimbursement
•    Comprehensive medical, dental, and supplemental insurance

Job Summary:

Medical social services will be provided by a qualified social worker, under the direction of a physician. Social work services are based on the patient’s psychosocial assessment and the needs of the patient and family. The social worker participates in care coordination with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/IDT) and on-call rotation per Hospice needs.
Additionally, the MSW may provide leadership and mentorship to other social workers, ensuring high-quality care delivery and supporting professional development within the team.

Job Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current and valid license as an LMSW issued by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners.
• Education: Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in palliative care or hospice preferred. Supervisory or leadership experience in healthcare is a plus.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems (HCHB experience preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and generate reports for care planning and quality assurance
• Skills in communication, documentation, assessment, and social work methods and techniques.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance.

Essential Functions:

• Assess and complete comprehensive psychosocial evaluations within five days of hospice election
• Develop care plans addressing psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and access to community resources
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create holistic care strategies
• Facilitate training and professional development for social work staff
• Monitor and evaluate effectiveness of interventions
• Assist with advance directives, funeral planning, discharge planning, and changes in level of care
• Promote hospice philosophy and administrative policies
• Attend IDG/IDT meetings and participate in care planning
• Maintain compliance with continuing education and licensing requirements
• Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competency
• Provide an environment that respects patient privacy and property
• Participate in Hospice QAPI and educational in-service programs

We are an Equal opportunity employer; We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401K with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance Plans as well as a Highly competitive compensation package.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Cantex. We are committed to a culture that respects our differences and values the contributions of all people.

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