Hospice Medical Social Worker

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients and families facing serious illness.
• Develop personalized care plans and provide counseling, crisis intervention, and grief support.
• Connect families with community resources and guide advance care planning.
• Advocate for patient preferences and ensure patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice team.
• Document care activities, attend team conferences, and make home and facility visits.

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Experience in hospice or end-of-life care preferred.