Hospice Social Worker
Job Description
**About the Role**
As a Full-Time Social Worker with Dignity Hospice, you'll assess and address the psychosocial needs of patients and their families. You will be an essential part of providing high-quality, compassionate home-based care as a core member of our interdisciplinary team.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Assess patients' psychosocial status and environment and communicate findings to the care team.
* Conduct social evaluations, addressing family dynamics, caregiver abilities, and risks such as neglect or suicide.
* Provide counseling and crisis intervention to patients and families.
* Serve as a liaison between patients, family caregivers, and community resources.
* Assist with the preparation of advance directives and help families with funeral, legal, and financial matters.
* Participate in care planning meetings with the interdisciplinary team.
* Provide cultural and emotional support to patients and families.
**Qualifications:**
* Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
* At least 3 years of healthcare experience (hospice experience preferred).
* Strong understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Valid driver's license, insured vehicle, and willingness to travel.
**Schedule:**
* Full-time
**Benefits:**
* Competitive salary: $65,000 – $70,000 per year
* Supportive and collaborative work environment
* Health insurance, Dental, Vision, paid time off, 401(k) and mileage reimbursement
**How to Apply:**
If you're a compassionate social worker ready to make a meaningful difference, apply today to join the team at Dignity Hospice. Help patients and families through one of life's most important times while building a rewarding full-time career.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* Social work: 1 year (Required)
* Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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