Remote Social Worker

Join the dynamic journey at Vynca, where we're passionate

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care for individuals with complex needs. We’re more than just a team; we're a close-knit community. Our shared commitment to caring for each other and those we serve is what sets us apart. Guided by our unwavering core values: Excellence, Compassion, Curiosity, and Integrity, we forge paths of success together. Join us in this transformative movement where you can contribute to making a profound difference every day. At Vynca, our mission is to provide comprehensive care for more quality days at home.

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jobThe Social Worker will be a part of an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) under the supervision of the Supportive Care Clinical Manager. The individual in this role provides essential support and care to patients and families in collaboration with their manager and IDT and assists with developing and implementing an effective plan of care for Vynca patients in support of the physical, psychological, and spiritual care. This is a critical role and we are looking to fill it as soon as possible. What you’ll doRemote palliative care duties performed through HIPAA-compliant hardware and software: Conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient and family strengths, barriers, and support needs through video technology and telephone callsProvides grief and bereavement support to patients and families, including anticipatory grief counseling and funeral service assistanceScreens for and addresses mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, and caregiver stressAssesses for safety risks including suicide ideation, abuse, neglect, and unsafe living conditionsParticipates in weekly interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings to discuss patient care plansProvides medical social work case management to a given group of patients and their familiesAssesses and responds to the psychosocial, practical, financial, and legal concerns of the patients and families/support systemsAssists patients and families in accessing and using community resourcesAssists patients and families with the navigation of social and healthcare systemsMediates conflicts between families and care networksCompletes financial needs assessments and assists with navigation on MediCare, MediCal, Disability and Social Security and Veterans Affairs benefitsAssesses for spiritual and medical needs and communicates these promptly to interdisciplinary teamEstablishes and maintains relationships with community resourcesIdentifies problems, goals, interventions and frequency of visits to complete the social work Plan of CareFacilitates advance care planning, including advance directive and POLST completionCompletes documentation within 48 hoursAssumes other duties in support of Vynca’s needs as directed by the Clinical Manager or Chief Medical OfficerAssists with community outreach and education regarding Vynca servicesAbility to travel to perform

## Key Responsibilities, attend training, or company events, as neededYour experience and qualifications2+ years of healthcare social work experienceMSW in Social Work or BSW with equivalent experienceExperience in hospice, palliative care, oncology or home healthPalliative care certification, highly preferredStrong understanding of cultural competency with the target populationExcellent oral and written communication skills, with positive interpersonal skillsMust have general computer skills and a working knowledge of MS Office, G-Suite, and the internetProficiency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and other business systems, such as SalesforceWilling and able to work Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Pacific TimeBilingual (English/Spanish), preferredAt this time we are only considering applicants in the following states: California, Georgia, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, and Washington. Additional InformationThe hiring process for this role may consist of applying, followed by a phone screen, online assessment(s), interview(s), an offer, and background/reference checks. Background Screening: A background check, which may include a drug test or other health screenings depending on the role, will be required prior to employment. Job Description Scope: This job description is not exhaustive and may include additional activities, duties, and

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not listed herein. Vaccination

## Requirements: Employees in patient, client, or customer-facing roles must be vaccinated against influenza. Requests for religious or medical accommodations will be considered but may not always be approved. Employment Eligibility: Compliance with federal law requires identity and work eligibility verification using E-Verify upon hire. Equal Opportunity Employer: At Vynca Inc., we embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We value all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other protected group under federal, state, or local law. Apply for this Job