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Williamstown Commons Social Worker in Williamstown, Massachusetts
To provide initial psychosocial evaluations, ongoing psychosocial counseling, direct casework services, bereavement services, and community education, outreach and referrals. Responsible for the delivery of varied social work services to hospice patients and families and actively participate as a member of the hospice interdisciplinary team. Assesses the psychosocial status of patients and communicates finding to member of the interdisciplinary group. Carries out social evaluations, including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, communication patterns, high risks for suicide, neglect or abuse and plans interventions based on evaluation findings. Counsels\' patient and family/caregivers as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficulties. Provides crisis intervention when necessary. Assesses for, and educates interdisciplinary group, on any special needs related to the culture of the patient and family. Includes communication, role of family, space, and any special traditions or taboos. Maintains clinical records on all patients referred to social work. Educates patients and families on, and assists in, preparation of advance directives. For more information and to apply click here.{target="blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}