Social Worker MSW
About the role
Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team
Pick up assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
Support education on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
Aid in long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
Maintain monitoring and documentation of psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care
Responsibilities
- Pick up assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
- Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
- Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
- Support education on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
- Aid in long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
- Maintain monitoring and documentation of psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
- Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
- Current licensure as required by the state of employment
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
- Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
- Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
- Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems
Qualifications
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
- Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
Skills
- Empathy and strong interpersonal skills
- Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse family systems
- Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life 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
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Pay
Competitive Pay
Schedule
Flex/Per Diem