LCSW LMSW - $5000 Sign On Bonus
About the role
Ambercare Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated LCSW or LMSW to join our newly restructured team in Espanola, NM. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a refreshed and energized team that is building a positive, collaborative environment where every voice matters. We are committed to fostering a culture of compassion, trust, flexibility, and support, empowering our clinicians to make a meaningful impact while delivering exceptional care to patients and their families during life’s most important moments.
Why Española, New Mexico?
Nestled between Santa Fe and Taos, Española offers an exceptional quality of life surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, rich culture, and endless outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, skiing, fishing, camping, and some of the most scenic landscapes in the Southwest. The community is known for its deep cultural heritage, welcoming atmosphere, and slower pace of life that allows for greater work-life balance and connection to nature.
With a lower cost of living than many larger cities, vibrant local art and food scenes, and close proximity to both Santa Fe and Albuquerque, Española is an ideal place for healthcare professionals seeking meaningful work in a supportive community while enjoying an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
Why Choose a Career with Ambercare Hospice?
- Monday – Friday with flexible scheduling
- Competitive pay plus mileage
- $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible hires
- Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance
- Manageable caseloads with an average patient load kept reasonable
- Full benefits starting the first of the month after hire, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Hospice Certification bonus and salary increase
- Merit-based raises based on performance
Responsibilities
- Performs the psychosocial assessment of patients and families/caregivers in the hospice program in a timely manner and ensures that identified needs are addressed in the patient’s plan of care
- Provides an assessment in the patient’s identified residence and assistance when this is not safe, and another plan is required
- Demonstrates exceptional service to patients, families, referral sources, co-workers, and other customers; assists team members as needed to ensure that this level of service is consistently provided
- Counsels patient and family/caregivers and staff as needed in relationship to stress and other identified coping difficulties
- Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care
- Provides assistance with applications for Supplemental Security Income, Hospice, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waiver
- Obtains resources from community social, health, pharmaceutical and welfare agencies to assist in meeting patient/family needs
- Serves as liaison between patients and families/caregivers and community agencies
Qualifications
- Social Work Degree
- New Mexico: Master’s Degree in Social Work required
- Current State Licensure in Social Work (New Mexico: LMSW or LCSW)
- Minimum of one year’s experience in health care or hospice setting
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required