$42/hr | Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) | Mileage Reimbursed!

Position: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Palliative Care

Location: Hilo, HI (in-person visits in Hilo, Pahoa, and Volcano areas)

Pay: $42.00/hour

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare environment or equivalent position; demonstrated experience in psychosocial palliative or hospice care, including assessments and care planning

Education: Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution; valid Hawaii State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license

Type: Temporary assignment through 12/31/2026

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; in-person visits on Thursdays in the Hilo, Pahoa, and Volcano areas; remaining weekdays consist of telehealth appointments and clinic hours at a Hilo clinic

Kahu Malama Nurses is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our 'ohana and provide compassionate psychosocial support to palliative care patients and their families!

Job Description:

- Provide psychosocial care and support to palliative care patients and families, including assessments and care planning

- Conduct in-person visits on Thursdays in the Hilo, Pahoa, and Volcano areas, including private residences and residential facility settings

- Provide telehealth appointments and clinic hours on the remaining weekdays

- Exercise independent, sound judgment in planning and delivering quality psychosocial care

- Document sessions accurately and meet CPT coding requirements based on session content and patient needs

- Advocate for patients and families and connect them with community resources, including Medicare/Medicaid, financial aid, and county, state, and private social service agencies

- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations

Position Requirements:

- Hard skills: MSW and a current Hawaii LCSW license; knowledge of advanced illness management as related to psychosocial issues; experience in psychosocial palliative or hospice care; working knowledge of insurance billing, CPT coding, and compliance standards; working knowledge of MS Office, Outlook, and the internet; reliable personal vehicle and cell phone

- Soft skills: Excellent communication, empathy, and emotional intelligence; strong patient and family advocacy skills; critical assessment and thinking skills; self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team

Benefits/Perks:

- Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate

- Meaningful, mission-driven palliative care work

- Variety of in-person, telehealth, and clinic work

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We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.