Social Worker (Hospice)

About the role

Are you a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who believes compassionate care can change lives? At Hearth Hospice, we’re looking for a patient-centered professional to join our team. As a Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) with us, your primary responsibility will be delivering exceptional social work services to our hospice patients and their families. You'll provide counseling and guidance to support their emotional well-being and coping capacity. Your efforts will make a profound difference in their lives during challenging times.

Schedule & Coverage Area

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Coverage area includes Dade, Catoosa, Walker, Whitfield, Murray, Chattooga, Gordon, and Floyd counties.

About Hearth Hospice

At Hearth Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. We look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.

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

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 the Bereavement Coordinator.
• Shape care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
• Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Education: Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
• License: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work.
• License: 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.
• Experience (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

$30.00 – $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.