Counselor - Social Worker - ECF

Qualification Requirements

• Has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; OR, has a Bachelor’s degree in social work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work and 1 year of social work experience in a health-related facility.
• Currently licensed as a social worker in Ohio; must be able to obtain a license in the state of Michigan.
• Has working experience charting in an EMR system, Netsmart system preferred.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills; possesses strong interviewing and listening skills.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of local and state human service agencies.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Has the ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team.

Must be flexible and adaptable to change.

• Understands the hospice philosophy and principles of death/dying.
• Demonstrates the ability to seek, form and foster an effective collaborative caregiving partnership with the nursing facility staff.
• Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to the unique mission and culture of each facility environment.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license with an automobile in good working order that is insured according to agency requirements.