Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Outpatient Social Worker Palliative Care/Hospice

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Albuquerque, NM, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

At Presbyterian Healthcare Services, we are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Outpatient Social Worker Palliative Care/Hospice to provide support to patients and their families who are dealing with serious illness or end of life care. The successful candidate should have a passion for helping others and a commitment to providing quality care with empathy and understanding.The Outpatient Social Worker Palliative Care/Hospice will be responsible for assessing the needs of patients, communicating with the interdisciplinary care team, and developing plans to help patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional aspects of their illness. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to maintain a professional and empathetic demeanor.To be considered for this role, successful applicants will need a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a palliative care and/or hospice setting. A valid Social Worker license in the State of New Mexico is also required. If you are passionate about providing quality care to those in need and have the qualifications we’re looking for, please apply today!

Responsibilities for Outpatient Social Worker Palliative Care/Hospice:

  1. Assess the needs of patients and their families who are dealing with serious illness or end of life care.
  2. Communicate with the interdisciplinary care team to develop plans to help patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional aspects of their illness.
  3. Provide support and guidance to patients and their families in order to ensure they receive quality care with empathy and understanding.
  4. Possess excellent communication skills and maintain a professional and empathetic demeanor.
  5. Maintain a strong work ethic and adhere to professional and ethical standards.
  6. Maintain valid Social Worker license in the State of New Mexico.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Albuquerque, NM, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Excellent Interpersonal And Communication Skills

  • Bachelor's Degree In Social Work

  • Knowledge Of Federal And State Regulations Related To Hospice And Palliative Care

  • Licensed Social Worker (Lsw) In The State Of New Mexico

  • Two Years Of Experience In Medical Social Work

  • Understanding Of End-Of-Life Issues And Bereavement Counseling

  • Ability To Provide Psycho-Social Support

Required Skills
  • Documentation

  • Networking

  • Communication

  • Counseling

  • Compassion

  • Case management

  • Collaboration

  • Empathy

  • Problem-Solving

  • Care planning

  • advocacy

  • Crisis intervention

  • Mediation

  • Patient education

  • Grief Support

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Problem Solving

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Critical thinking

  • Organizational skills

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Outpatient Social Worker Palliative Care/Hospice in Albuquerque, NM, USA is $52,923 - $77,093 per year. This range is based on salaries reported by JobzMall users for this job title in the area.

Additional Information
Presbyterian Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 17th, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a private not-for-profit health care system and health care provider in the State of New Mexico. It owns and operates 8 hospitals in 7 New Mexico communities. It also operates Presbyterian Health Plan.

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