Social Worker BSW
Gentiva · Lenexa, KS · 3 wk ago
OTHRPart-time
About the role
Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with an individualized plan of care
- Conduct assessments to identify social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs
- Use professional judgment to guide patients and families through the challenges of illness and loss
- Offer counseling, education, and referrals to community resources
- Collaborate closely with the hospice interdisciplinary team to support the whole-person needs of those in your care
- Monitor changes in patient/family circumstances and adjust services accordingly
- Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy for every patient and family you serve
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited school
- Licensure as required by the state of employment
- At least 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
- Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care
- Compassion and tact when supporting patients and families during emotionally intense experiences
- Ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to a care team
Qualifications
- Preferred qualifications include 3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience
- Familiarity with terminal illness, grief response, and crisis counseling
- Experience working with diverse populations and family systems
- Advanced training or certifications in grief counseling or palliative care
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)