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Luminis Health

LUMINIS HEALTH GILCHRIST LIFECARE INSTITUTE

Luminis Health and Gilchrist is providing hospital-based palliative services at Anne Arundel Medical Center and now Doctors Community Medical Center. The joint venture formed Luminis Health Gilchrist Lifecare Institute takes partnership to the next level with hospice, as well as at-home and facility-based geriatric services — providing an integrative continuum of care for the elderly across multiple settings. 

This joint venture is part of Luminis Health’s Vision 2030 strategic plan and mission to enhance the health of the people and communities they serve. We are excited about this alignment to extend care beyond the hospital walls into the communities and homes of our most vulnerable.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, conducts assessments, develops and implements care plans, provides counseling and support to patients and their family (including children) around dying process, coping, and planning. Assesses needs and links to community resources. Integral member of the Interdisciplinary team. 

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work from a university accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; LCSW or LCSW-C required.

Experience

At least two years of social work experience in a health care setting. Previous hospice experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary team in providing patient care
  • Ability to manage time well and perform assigned duties with attention to detail
  • Must possess professional image, positive attitude, enthusiasm, and self-motivation
  • Comfortable in maintaining professional boundaries
  • Strong self-awareness
  • Culturally humble, curious and open to learning about diverse backgrounds
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Knowledgeable about community resources as well as diligent in researching a wide array of resources including those related to financial benefits
  • Demonstrates empathy and compassion
  • Effective time management
  • Highly organized
  • Knowledge of self-care, personal boundaries; abilities, limits and inner resources
  • Analytical skills necessary to assess client needs, to establish a plan of care and to implement appropriate interventions
  • Ability to function independently and effectively anticipate needs and problems

Licensures, Certifications

  • Licensed in the State of Maryland as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Certified Social Worker - Clinical (LCSW-C). Advanced licensure for LMSWs is required within 3 years of the start date.

Physical Requirements

  • Physical ability to drive in rural, suburban, and urban areas to access client homes for up to 50% of the workday and to access client homes by walking, climbing stairs, etc.

Working Conditions

  • Work is performed inside the organization’s offices and in patient homes in all types of weather conditions.

Conditions of Employment

  • Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable automobile
  • Maintain current licensure and certifications
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