Per Diem Hospice Social Worker – Capital Region
Listed on 2026-10-04
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Patient/Health Advocate, Clinical Social Worker
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift: Day Shift
Description:
Per Diem Hospice Social Worker – Capital Region Join Our Compassionate Hospice Team The Community Hospice is seeking a per diem Social Worker to join our dedicated interdisciplinary team serving patients in the Capital Region This position provides care in patients' homes and nursing facilities, supporting individuals and caregivers as they navigate serious illness and end-of-life care. As a vital member of the hospice team, you will focus on addressing the emotional, psychological, and social needs of patients and families while collaborating closely with nurses, physicians, chaplains, aides, and other healthcare professionals.
- Do Provide psychosocial assessments and ongoing emotional support to patients and families.
- Offer counseling and therapeutic interventions related to end-of-life issues, grief, loss, and adjustment.
- Identify barriers that may impact patient well-being and quality of life.
- Connect patients and families with community resources and supportive services.
- Advocate for patients and help ensure care is provided in the most appropriate setting.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Support staff through consultation and education related to psychosocial aspects of hospice care.
- New York State Social Work License (LMSW or LCSW).
- Valid New York State Driver's License and reliable transportation.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of social work experience, preferably working with older adults, individuals with advanced illness, or in healthcare settings.
Pay Range: $30.00 - $43.08 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment:Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.
Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.
For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.
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