Hospice Social Worker

**Position Summary**

The Hospice Social Worker (MSW) provides compassionate psychosocial support, counseling, and resource coordination to patients and families facing life-limiting illness. This role is essential in addressing emotional, social, cultural, and practical needs while ensuring patients receive care in alignment with their goals, values, and preferences. The MSW collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop and deliver individualized plans of care that enhance quality of life and support the family throughout the end-of-life journey and into bereavement.

**Key Responsibilities**

* Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments for patients and families.
* Participate in the development, implementation, and revision of the individualized Plan of Care as a core member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and short-term counseling related to illness, grief, caregiver stress, and family dynamics.
* Educate patients and families regarding advance care planning, goals of care, and available support services.
* Identify and coordinate community resources including financial assistance, long-term planning, caregiver support, transportation, housing, and other relevant services.
* Offer guidance and support in navigating legal documents such as advance directives, POLST, DPOA, and guardianship resources.
* Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation per state, federal, and agency standards.
* Collaborate with nurses, aides, chaplains, medical providers, and volunteers to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.
* Support patients and families during transitions, including admission, hospitalization, crisis care, or changes in care setting.
* Participate in case conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and required in-service training.
* Provide bereavement risk assessments and assist with the development of bereavement plans of care.
* Uphold professional boundaries, cultural sensitivity, and ethical practice consistent with NASW standards.

**Qualifications**

* Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program **required**.
* Current state licensure (LSWAIC/LICSW or equivalent, depending on state requirements).
* Minimum of one year of experience in healthcare, hospice, palliative care, or related field preferred.
* Strong knowledge of end-of-life care principles, family systems, grief support, and crisis intervention.
* Excellent communication, documentation, and coordination skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and respond appropriately to emotional and complex situations.
* Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation for home visits.

**Physical & Working Conditions**

* Ability to travel to patient homes, facilities, and community settings.
* Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
* Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
* Exposure to a variety of home environments and clinical situations.

**Why Join Our Team**

* Meaningful, mission-driven work supporting patients and families at one of the most important stages of life.
* Collaborative, supportive interdisciplinary team environment.
* Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development.
* Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

* Mileage reimbursement

Work Location: In person