Traditions Health·Peoria, Illinois
The primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home for patients of all age groups, involving psychosocial assessments, analysis, counseling, and referrals to meet patient/family needs. Essential functions include assessing hospice patients for psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs, and collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team for coordinated care planning.
The Care Team, in partnership with Traditions Health, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our growing hospice team in Peoria, IL!
What Can Traditions Health Offer? · Work/Life Balance · Competitive Pay and Benefits · Supportive Senior Staff · Autonomy · More Time to Care for Your Patients
Primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups and perform psychosocial assessments, analysis, counseling and referrals to meet the needs of the patient/family.
Masters Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program.
One year social worker experience in a health care agency.
Reliable transportation. Valid auto liability insurance.
Works in patient homes in various conditions. Occasional exposure to infectious diseases; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Prolonged standing, walking, and sitting required; requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient/family needs; and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family psychosocial needs.
Assess hospice patient to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental and community needs as evidenced by POC documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community resource referrals.
Use effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Attend interdisciplinary team meeting, participate in the patient care planning process, and collaborates with Interdisciplinary Team to promote coordination of patient care.
Accept clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients.
Traditions Health is becoming The Care Team, aligning with a leading provider of hospice care, committed to providing the best possible care to their patients and families, and employees. Candidates selected for this position will transition to employment with The Care Team effective January 1, 2026. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, supported by The Care Team values, resources, and commitment to caring for the communities we serve.
to deliver exceptional hospice care that brings comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and their families wherever they call home. Since our founding in 2015, we have grown to be a leading provider of hospice services in Michigan, with locations throughout the state and additional presence in Indiana and Pennsylvania. Our exceptional Care Team members are the heart of what we do and include incredible nurses, medical social workers, aides, chaplains, and dedicated volunteers who work together to support both patients and their families. We believe that every person deserves to be cared for with compassion, respect, and excellence during life’s most tender moments. That belief is what unites us and makes our work so meaningful. For more information, visit tctcares.com [https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tctcares.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Clacey.henderson%40traditionshealth.com%7C5e6a7c5c2c08431ad84008de36afab87%7C4a7f48ad88ff4493ade87885df329d5f%7C0%7C0%7C639008325288947406%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zm4EOBIjciDooF9Ws%2BdKkCo%2FgDtuUtgafuZ4ojbmP8I%3D&reserved=0]
We are always looking for Top Talent to join our trusted team at Traditions Health, where you will make a difference in the lives of your patients, co-workers, and the communities you serve. Apply now to connect with a recruiter to learn more about our opportunities.
$69,300.00 - $81,900.00
Traditions’ Health aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.
Traditions Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination of any kind based on race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally protected characteristic.
Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program and have one year of social worker experience in a healthcare agency. Required qualifications also include reliable transportation, valid auto liability insurance, and the ability to work under stressful conditions while meeting patient/family needs.
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