Hospice Social Worker

What You Will Do

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Coordinate community resources and assist with financial, legal, caregiver, and psychosocial needs.
• Assist patients and families with advance care planning, including advance directives and end-of-life wishes.
• Advocate for patients while collaborating with physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community agencies.
• Participate in family meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with Medicare regulations and agency standards.
• Aid in hospice admissions, discharges, and transitions of care as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and organizational programs that support excellent patient care.

What We Are Looking For

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Two years of social work or counseling experience, including at least one year in a healthcare setting
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or hospice/palliative care certification preferred
• Experience with psychosocial assessments, counseling, case management, and crisis intervention
• Excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

Schedule & Compensation

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Benefits: 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year, Up to 100% paid medical coverage through our ICHRA model, offering multiple health plan options, $0.65 per mile mileage reimbursement, Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% you contribute 50% match on the next 1%), Education Assistance to support your professional growth, and so much more!