Social Worker

About the Role

As a Medical Social Worker (MSW) at Legacy Hospice, you will deliver exceptional social work services to hospice patients and their families. Your role will focus on providing counseling and guidance to support emotional well-being and coping capacity, making a profound difference during challenging times.

Coverage Area: Norfolk

Who We Are

Legacy Hospice is a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. We are guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, surrounding patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. We seek dedicated professionals who believe hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

Responsibilities

• Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
• Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
• Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with your Bereavement Coordinator.
• Shape care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
• Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.

Qualifications

Education

• Strongly Preferred: Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
• Required: Bachelor of Social Work from an accredited school of social work (must be supervised by MSW).

License Requirements

• Preferred: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work.
• Required: Current Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.

Experience

• Preferred: Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a hospice setting.
• Required: Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting; long-term care or medical surgical/acute care setting preferred.

Pay

$29.00 - $33.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• Generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance
• Wellness & Discount Programs
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Company matching 401(k)
• Hands-on Clinical Onboarding Program