Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Hospice of the Ozarks - Baxter Health

SUMMARY: Responsible and accountable for providing behavioral health interventions for patients in the palliative care program and the hospice program, including assessments and recommendations for follow-up as appropriate in conjunction with multiple providers.

BAXTER HEALTH AND HOSPICE OF THE OZARKS COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Understands and adheres to Baxter Health and Hospice of the Ozarks standards as they appear in Dynamic Health and Healthstream Policy Manager.

Required to work with the Palliative Care Provider, fellow social workers and leadership regularly to carryout, initiate and/or implement best practices for Hospice of the Ozarks.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master Degree (MSW) in Social Work from an accredited institution.

Experience: Minimum 2 years mental health experience. Previous experience working in a hospice, palliative care provider, hospital or other healthcare setting preferred. Must have experience in the continuity of patient care planning. Crisis intervention skills preferred.

Licensure: Current Arkansas Social Work license (LCSW) in good standing.

Other: Basic computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation. Automobile liability coverage of $100,000 per person and $300,000 per accident for bodily injury. Ability to see and treat patients with various types of insurance coverage (i.e., Medicaid, Medicare, and all commercial payors).

Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is deemed safety sensitive in accordance with Arkansas Act 593 governing Medical Marijuana.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without an accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform the following: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to solve problems and make decisions. Spend eight hours or more in front of computer, monitor or similar screen utilizing keyboard and/or mouse, daily. Ability to stand and walk, bend, squat and twist, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds using proper body mechanics. Keen sense of hearing and visual acuity required. Must be able to handle critical and highly stressful situations with efficiency and composure. Required to drive to various locations.

Work Environment
Office setting and traveling between multiple locations throughout Baxter and Marion counties. Patient/family homes, facilities, etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a position in the administration building where office staff work 5 days a week, Monday – Friday.

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