Social Work Assistant

Adoration Home Health and Hospice

The Social Work Assistant provides social work services to patients in their place of residence, in accordance
with the physician orders and plan of care under the supervision of a qualified Social Worker and Clinical
Manager or designee.

Understands and adheres to established company policies and procedures
• Participates in the coordination of company services with community resources and services, serving as liaison between patients or family/caregivers and community resources
• Maintains collaborative relationship with organization personnel to support patient care
• Observes confidentiality and safeguard patient information
• Serves as a resource for employees, patients, physicians, and other allied health providers
• Develops a cooperative relationship and communicates effectively and professionally with healthcare providers
• Maintains current knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation for social work services
• Participates in in-services and/or continuing education programs
• Participates in patient care conferences
• Maintains contact with community support groups and provide professional expertise
• Plans and coordinate all social services within the company
• Documents all patient/family services provided as required by company policy
• Assists physician and/or other care team members in understanding the significant social and emotional factors related to health problems
• Participates in the development of the plan of care
• Prepares clinical and progress notes in accordance with company policy
• Participates with patient discharge planning
• Other duties as assigned and within scope of practice

• Baccalaureate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other field related to Social Work
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting, three to five years preferred
• One year in home health care preferred
• Valid license from the state practicing in when required by state law
• Current CPR certification
• Basic clinical skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• General knowledge of computers and the ability to learn industry specific software applications
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a keen attention to details
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to develop critical thinking skills, research situations, solve complex problems and deal with a variety of issues
• Ability to learn and complete various educational goals during orientation