Donell Houts
Compassionate MSW/LCSW with extensive experience in hospice care, adept at conducting psychosocial assessments and documentation of patients and families progress or lack thereof on a timely basis. Strong advocate for patients and their families. Proven ability to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and provide grief counseling, resulting in improved patient outcomes and family support during end-of-life care. Skilled in treatment planning and community resource referral.
Experienced with providing compassionate end-of-life care and emotional support. Utilizes strong crisis intervention techniques and effective care planning to ensure patient comfort and dignity. Knowledge of team collaboration and adaptability, consistently achieving positive outcomes for patients and families.
Work History
LCSW Hospice Social Worker
4 Years 11 Months- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Expanded professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education and training opportunities in the field of clinical social work.
- Collaborated with community resources for effective case management, optimizing the support network for patients and their families.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple needs of patients and their families.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing empathetic and compassionate counseling services.
- Maintained timely documentation of client progress, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to ethical guidelines.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine patient and family needs in hospice care.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families navigating end-of-life issues.
- Educated families on available resources and coping strategies during the grief process.
- Advocated for necessary services and support systems to improve patient quality of life during hospice care.
- Streamlined referral processes within the hospice by working closely with intake coordinators and establishing clear communication channels.
- Assisted bereaved family members with grief support services, connecting them to community resources when needed.
- Enhanced patient and family understanding of hospice services by providing thorough education and resources.
- Increased awareness of available hospice services within the community through targeted outreach initiatives and educational presentations.
LCSW Hospice Social Worker
3 Years 3 MonthsLCSW Hospice Social Worker
1 Year 8 MonthsLCSW Hospice Social Worker
2 YearsEducation
- Social Work
Master of Social Work
- Social Work
Bachelors of Social Work
Skills
Additional Information
References upon request.
Although I was an LCSW from 1996 through 2020, when I retired in 2020 I did not maintain my LCSW license. Therefore, my current MSW status may not qualify for this position.