Hospice Social Worker - Part-time

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Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.

If you’re ready to help patients and families through the hospice journey with compassion and care, we invite you to join us as a Hospice Social Worker (BSW or MSW).

We value holistic care—and that means more than just medical treatment. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll provide crucial psychosocial support to patients and their loved ones, helping them find comfort, connection, and peace of mind.

• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with an individualized plan of care
• Conduct assessments to identify social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs
• Use professional judgment to guide patients and families through the challenges of illness and loss
• Offer counseling, education, and referrals to community resources
• Collaborate closely with the hospice interdisciplinary team to support the whole-person needs of those in your care
• Monitor changes in patient/family circumstances and adjust services accordingly
• Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy for every patient and family you serve

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited school
• Licensure as required by the state of employment
• At least 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
• Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care
• Compassion and tact when supporting patients and families during emotionally intense experiences
• Ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to a care team

• 3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience
• Familiarity with terminal illness, grief response, and crisis counseling
• Experience working with diverse populations and family systems
• Advanced training or certifications in grief counseling or palliative care

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company‑paid Life & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

• This is a safety‑sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug‑free workplace

Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply today and bring your compassion, knowledge, and heart to hospice care that makes a lasting difference.