LCSW

Come work for Ambercare, one of the largest Hospice companies in the State of New Mexico. We are privileged to provide end-of-life care and are dedicated to doing “Whatever it takes when it matters most.” We are a caring organization whose first responsibility is to do the right thing in serving our patients.

We value our team and are dedicated to your personal and professional growth through management training and employee appreciation. We are committed to our staff, focusing on growth, innovation, and continued learning so that you can provide the best to our patients and families. Come work for a top-rated Healthcare agency where your future is our top priority.

What We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do:

• Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care. Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required
• Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided
• Counsels patient and family/ caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties
• Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
• Provides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs
• Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies

Qualifications:

• Social Work Degree
  • Idaho: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Illinois: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Ohio: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
    • The bachelor’s degree can be in Psychology, sociology, or other field related to Social Work.
  • Oregon: Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
  • New Mexico: Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
  • Texas: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Virginia: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work; Master’s degree preferred.
• Current State Licensure in Social Work
  • Idaho: LSW, LMSW, or LCSW
  • Illinois: LSW or LCSW
  • Ohio: LSW, LISW, or LPSW-S
  • Oregon: LMSW or LCSW
  • New Mexico: LMSW or LCSW
  • Texas: LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW
  • Virginia: Licensed not required.
• Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
• Maintains a current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required

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