Medical Social Worker - Hospice House

Medical Social Worker - Hospice House

Position Overview Reporting to the VP of Home Care and Hospice, the Hospice Medical Social Worker delivers counseling and support of patients and families in the Hospice House. The Hospice Medical Social Worker acts as a referral resource to outside agencies when the patient’s plan of care warrants.

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and loved ones throughout the hospice journey and during bereavement.

• Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans that address each patient's unique needs.

• Educate patients and families about hospice services, grief, loss, advance care planning, and available community resources.

• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other interdisciplinary team members to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

• Assist families with care planning, living arrangement transitions, discharge planning, and connections to financial or community resources.

• Facilitate meaningful communication between patients, families, and the care team to ensure goals of care are understood and honored.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with agency policies and Medicare requirements.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and educational opportunities.

• Support and mentor new social work staff and students as opportunities arise.

• What Makes You a Great Fit

• Passionate about providing compassionate end-of-life care.

• Skilled in crisis intervention, counseling, and family support.

• An excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

• Organized and committed to maintaining high standards of documentation and patient care.

• Adaptable, resourceful, and committed to continuous learning.

• Position Details

• Primary work location: Hospice House, providing direct patient care.

• This is an on-site position

• Why Join Our Team?

• Hospice care is about more than treating patients—it's about supporting families, honoring individual wishes, and bringing comfort during life's most meaningful moments. As part of our interdisciplinary team, you'll work alongside compassionate professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

• If you're looking for a rewarding career where empathy, expertise, and teamwork come together, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help provide comfort, dignity, and peace when it matters most.

This is a full-time position with a schedule generally occurring:

• Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Hours may vary based on the needs of the agency.

Requirements

• Masters of social work degree (MSW) from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

• One year of Social Work experience in a healthcare setting

• Interest in working with terminally ill patients and families

• Salary Description

• $31.00/hour - $45.24/hour