VNS Health
New York, NY, USA
Overview Provides expertise to Hospice management and staff in social work services and leads social work related projects as appropriate. Provides direct social work services to the family members and significant others of Hospice clients according to the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Team. Ensures that services are in compliance with Hospice philosophy and procedures. Works under general supervision. • Assesses clients and/or family psychosocial status, social work needs and living conditions utilizing professional knowledge, skills of observations and interviewing skills. • Establishes the social work component of the patient/family plan of care based on goals mutually acceptable to the client, family and significant others. Makes referrals to other community services, as necessary. • Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence...
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