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Ambercare is looking for a full-time LMSW/LCSW to join our fast growing hospice team in the city of Las CrucesEarn up to $65,000 annually, immediate openings, mileage reimbursement, and 401k match!What We offer:Great culture and team atmosphereComprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)401(k) retirement plan with a generous company matchGenerous time off accrualsMileage Reimbursement Paid holidaysTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesEmployee Discount ProgramsWhat You'll Do:Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient's plan of care. Provides an assessment in the patient's identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is requiredDemonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers. Assist team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently providedCounsels patient and family/ caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress, and other identified coping difficultiesProvides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of careProvides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver. Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needsServes as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agenciesQualifications:Social Work DegreeNew Mexico: Master's Degree in Social Work required.Current State Licensure in Social WorkNew Mexico: LMSW or LCSWMinimum of one year's experience in health care or hospice settingValid driver's license and proof of insurance is required#ACHOS