Social Work - Social Worker
LHC Group
Escanaba, MI

***Please note that the salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Summary

We are hiring for a Medical Social Worker. 

At UP Health System Homecare and Hospice, in Escanaba, MI, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people.  

• We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you!? 

• employee wellness programs 

• flexibility for true work-life balance  

• holidays & paid time off  

• continuing education & career growth opportunities 

• company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals.  

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today! 

 

Responsibilities

The Medical Social Worker for hospice, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms. 

• Assists the patient, significant others, physician, and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental, and social factors related to the patient's health status as needed. 

• Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients daily. 

• Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients as needed. 

• Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient family needs if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided and frequency of service delivery up to thirteen (13) months following the death of the patient. 

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or Bachelor's Degree in psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work and supervised by MSW.
• One year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Current CPR certification required. 
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• MI: Must be licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work; or have a Limited Social Worker license practicing under the supervision of a licensed master’s social worker.

Company OverviewLHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.
UP Health System Home Care and Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers – the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.