Hospice Master Social Worker

Elara Caring • Stillwater, OK

11d

About The Position

Elara Caring is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide compassionate, high-quality social work services in a healthcare setting. The role supports patients and families by identifying psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs; developing individualized care plans; connecting patients with community resources; and coordinating with physicians and the care team to support continuity of care and positive patient outcomes. The position involves travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Requirements

• Current state license as a Social Worker.
• Master’s Degree or Doctoral Degree in Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
• At least 1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Social work skills as defined by general social work standards.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental, and safety needs.
• Complete initial social work evaluations and reassess patient needs during follow-up visits.
• Develop and update individualized care plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician orders.
• Communicate changes in patient condition, concerns, or safety issues to physicians and the care team.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate community resources and support services.
• Counsel and educate patients and families to help address social, emotional, and care-related needs.
• Coordinate with the care team to support continuity of care and effective discharge planning.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality social work services that support positive patient outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
• Continuing education opportunities at no cost for all employees.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Family and pet bereavement.
• Fleet vehicle program, with restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time