Hospice Field Social Worker

Overview

• Provide compassionate social work support to patients and families facing serious illnesses in a home-based care setting.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centered care that honors individual values and preferences.
• Assist patients and caregivers with navigating healthcare systems and accessing community resources.
• Support emotional, social, and spiritual needs, addressing grief and end-of-life planning.
• Contribute to care transitions and complex medical decision-making processes.
• Maintain compliance with documentation standards in electronic medical records.
• Participate in shared weekend rotation to ensure consistent patient care coverage.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct thorough assessments to identify patient strengths, needs, risks, and care goals.
• Provide emotional and social support to patients and families coping with serious illnesses.
• Facilitate discussions on advance directives, goals of care, and end-of-life planning.
• Assist with referrals to community resources, financial aid, and long-term care services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care plans.
• Advocate for patient preferences, ensuring culturally sensitive and value-aligned care.
• Provide crisis intervention during acute changes in patient conditions or caregiving challenges.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in compliance with organizational policies.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution, LMSW required.
• Preferred experience in hospice, palliative care, or medical social work.
• Knowledge of serious illness, grief, bereavement, and family dynamics.
• Strong communication, counseling, and clinical documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits.
• Schedule flexibility, including participation in weekend rotations.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate and culturally sensitive care.