Social worker
HIA Health·Grand Forks, North Dakota
HIA Health·Grand Forks, North Dakota
The Social Worker provides psychosocial care, assessments, and support to hospice patients and their families. They coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to maintain individualized care plans and refer families to community resources and bereavement services.
The Social Worker is an integral team member in the psychosocial care to hospice patients/families and coordinates with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) that is consistent with the goals, definitions, philosophy, and purpose of HIA Hospice. All psychosocial services to hospice patients and families including assessment, support and coordination of services. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position and based out of our Grand Forks office. Key Responsibilities Conducts hospice referrals and accurately completes admission paperwork/consents. Conducts hospice comprehensive assessments at the time of admission. Assess the patients and family’s social emotions and financial needs. Assesses the patient’s/family’s psychosocial needs on an ongoing basis while hospice care is being provided through comprehensive assessment updates. Maintains an individualized, up to date care plan that reflects the care being provided to patients/families. Provides social work visits/services to patient/family as determined in the plan of care and through the plan in documentation. Provides PCG and family with periodic updates as indicated in the plan of care Refers patient/family to appropriate community resources. Coordinate patient care with contracted nursing homes and hospitals. Provides accurate, efficient patient status reports to team members in appropriate meetings, and in periodic updates. Demonstrates preparedness for IDT meetings and provides IDT updates to a teammate prior to any planned vacations. Complies with state licensure, federal certification requirements, and other existing contract/agreements related to patient care. Adheres to guidelines for personal safety of patients and families, including regulatory compliance Teaches patient/family in areas related to caregiving and in preparation for death as reflected in documentation Provides grief support to families surrounding the time of death. Refers PCG and family to bereavement in an appropriate manner. Completes and locks documentation on the same day as the contact/communication occurs as per the Medical Records Documentation policy.
We offer a robust benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, short-term and long-term disability, and a generous time off package. Pay Range: Starting at $26.236/hour (based on experience) We have a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment. Expectations of all Employees Support the mission, vision and values through unequaled quality patient care, professional competence, collaboration, communication, innovation, accountability, ownership and provide support to the entire agency regardless of their primary office location. HIA Health has HEART Honor - We accept the honor of service to hospice patients, families, and communities. Excellence - We strive for excellence in my work, as we stand on hallowed ground. Attitude - We choose a positive attitude at work. Respect - We treat people with the same respect I wish to be given. Teamwork - We value everyone’s contribution in delivery of care, operation of the organization and stewardship of our resources. QualificationsQualifications Education: Bachelor of Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Minimum of one year of social work experience; health care experience preferred Strong interpersonal communication and counseling skills; team player Commitment to concepts of palliative care and hospice Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Required Licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota (or willing to obtain dual licensure upon hire) Current drivers license and auto insurance
Requires a Bachelor of Social Work from an accredited school and at least one year of social work experience. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota, along with a valid driver's license.
Market context
Demand for social workers in North Dakota is often tied to healthcare, behavioral health, and hospital settings, where employers look for licensed candidates who can work with complex patient needs. These roles can be competitive because healthcare or mental health hospital experience is preferred, and a license in good standing plus BLS may be required depending on the location. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of patient advocacy and care coordination.
