The starting rate for this position is: $26.19/hr

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

St. Joseph Healthcare in Bangor, Maine, a member of Covenant Health, provides employees with a place to grow professionally and personally in an environment that is stimulating and rewarding! Join an organization committed to a culture of dignity, respect and open communication in the workplace. We are a dynamics, values driven organization excelling in patient care, wellness promotion and community service where employees are viewed as a living personification of our healing mission.

Under the supervision of the Hospice Coordinator, the Social Worker provides short term therapy and treatment to patients and families with emotional, social and environmental issues related to or impacting the patient's illness or recovery. Assists the patient and family in planning for and securing adequate community resources for the patient's support, provides assistance with long range planning and makes referrals as necessary. Is a core member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Group, provides support to Hospice Volunteers, and is responsible for the oversight of the Hospice Bereavement Program.

Applicant must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited or approved school by Council on Social Education.

Current licensure to practice clinical social work in the State of Maine.

Must have a valid State of Maine Driver's license and show proof of auto insurance.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

•Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

•Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

•Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

•Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).