LCSW at Ambercare – an Addus family company summary:

Ambercare is seeking a full-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide psychosocial assessments and support to patients and families in the hospice setting. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and possess current New Mexico state licensure, with at least one year of healthcare experience. The role includes counseling, documentation, and liaising with community agencies while being part of a supportive team that offers comprehensive benefits.

Ambercare is looking for a full-time LCSW to join our fast growing hospice team in the city of Santa Fe !

Earn up to $61,000 annually, plus a 401k match, mileage reimbursement, and the chance to be part of a supportive, compassionate team!

Qualifications:

Social Work Degree
New Mexico: Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
Current State Licensure in Social Work
New Mexico: LMSW or LCSW
Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required

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

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