Medical Social Worker

Affinity Hospice Care

  • San Mateo, California
  • 10 days ago

    Highlights

    If you are passionate about making a positive impact in patients' lives and working in a supportive and family-oriented atmosphere, we encourage you to join us in providing exceptional home hospice care. We value teamwork, empathy, and a commitment to high-quality service, all aimed at putting patients and their families at ease during their transition.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Mateo, California

    Description

    Description

    At Madrona Hospice Care Inc., we've designed a plan of care that will work for you and your family. We understand the importance in providing you the guidance to make those decisions easier and before a time of crisis. That’s why we have a diverse team of experienced professionals to offer a broad range of services.

    As a Medical Social Worker with Madrona Hospice Care, you will shape how we care for patients in their homes, mentor a team of social workers, and help set the standard for compassionate, high-quality service across our organization.

    We value teamwork, empathy, and a commitment to high-quality service, all aimed at putting patients and their families at ease during their transition. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in patients' lives and working in a supportive and family-oriented atmosphere, we encourage you to join us in providing exceptional home hospice care.

    Please note that this role is per diem with a rate of $100 - $120 per visit.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead daily operations of our social services team, including policies, procedures, and care coordination with other clinical providers
    • Recruit, onboard, and mentor social workers—providing clinical supervision, observing practice, and supporting their professional growth
    • Oversee assessment, planning, and evaluation of social services care, and ensure clinical documentation meets state, federal, and ACHC standards
    • Partner with the Executive Director on the annual department budget and resource planning
    • Build strong knowledge of community resources and connect patients and referral sources to the right support
    • Plan in-service training and continuing education to keep the team’s skills sharp
    • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and help identify new ways to better serve our patients
    • Perform other duties as required for patient services


    Requirements
    • A Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
    • An active California license as an LCSW
    • At least 3 years of management experience, preferably in home care
    • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, ACHC standards, and business operations
    • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with patients, families, staff, and the community
    • A self-directed, organized, and flexible approach—you take initiative and work well with others


    Benefits
    • Flexible Schedule
    • Ability to Convert to Full-Time Based On Performance If Interested
    • Paid Sick Days
    • Paid Bereavement Leave
    • Skills Training & Development
    • Company Social Events
    • Mileage Reimbursement for Patient to Patient Visits
    • Referral Bonus

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