Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)

Job Summary

Hospice Social Workers at Interim HealthCare are dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered end-of-life care. The role involves conducting psycho-social assessments, offering counseling, addressing financial and environmental concerns, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Medical Director
• Conduct initial and ongoing psycho-social assessments within five (5) calendar days of patient admission and update assessments as needed
• Provide counseling to patients and families to address mental and emotional challenges
• Identify cultural or religious needs and integrate them into the interdisciplinary care plan
• Address anticipatory grief and refer to appropriate resources when necessary
• Evaluate and address financial or environmental concerns, connecting families to relevant community resources
• Provide crisis intervention and offer psycho-social support to the patient/family and the interdisciplinary team (IDG)
• Update facility staff on psycho-social progress, especially in short-term inpatient or respite care settings
• Contribute to the development and review of the IDG care plan, attending scheduled meetings
• Aid in advance directives, legal, and financial matters, including power of attorney and funeral arrangements
• Collaborate with the care team, ensuring all members understand the emotional and social aspects of end-of-life care
• Participate in discharge planning and revise care plans as the patient’s status changes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and consistently meet documentation standards

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution
• Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) certification
• Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Caregiving and empathetic nature in supporting terminally ill patients and families

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $58,000 - $68,000 per year DOE, plus mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling that supports true work life balance and autonomy
• Dedicated 1:1 patient care, allowing you to focus on quality care, not volume
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and an HSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match to help you plan confidently for the future
• Support for your growth and well-being, including free CEUs, tuition assistance, and fitness reimbursement