Job Description
Hinds Hospice, one of the most well-known and well-respected nonprofit agencies in California’s Central Valley and a pioneer in the practice of hospice and palliative care, is seeking a Hospice Professional Development Specialist - Social Work Educator (LCSW) to join our team.
Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Professional Development Specialist, Social Work Educator is responsible for co-designing curriculum, conducting training sessions, and providing mentorship to ensure medical social workers are well-equipped to support patients, families, and healthcare teams. This role involves providing ongoing support to ensure best practices in social work. The Professional Development Specialist, SW Educator, under the direction of the Director of Education is responsible for the education and implementation of standards of care for medical social work services.
Why Hinds Hospice:
A mission-driven organization and a pioneer in hospice care, Hinds Hospice seeks to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in compassionate end-of-life care and specialized grief support services, accessible to all. We provide a compassionate presence, pursue excellence, act ethically, professionally, and with hope.
As a member of the Hinds Hospice team, you’ll be part of an organization with a long history of recognition for excellence and compassion. Hospice work in any position – from medical to clerical - can be demanding. But hospice work is rewarding, especially for a person with the dedication required to rise to the challenges of end-of-life care, regardless of the position they work.
Hinds Hospice is Joint Commission accredited and was recently recognized by Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center as its Leading Business for 2023.
Compensation $93,600 - $101,920 annually
Generous benefits package, including:
Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) with employer match
Life/AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Credit Union membership
Paid Time Off (24.5 days per year for FT employees, based on 40-hour work week).
Qualifications for this position include but are not limited to:
A graduate of a Master’s program in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. License REQUIRED.
Minimum of one year’s experience in health care, hospice experience required. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.
Experience in a hospice or palliative home care preferred.
Must have a valid drivers license and a willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
Must show proof of automobile insurance, proof of current auto registration and acceptable driving record.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (i.e., Push, Pull, Lift/Carry 10 lbs.)
If you are a person with the dedication, the compassion, the qualifications, and the skills required…
If you want to be part of a team that strives to provide the best in hospice and palliative care to the suffering and their loved ones…
Hinds Hospice wants to hear from you.
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