Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

Suncrest Health Services • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Suncrest At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients, families, referring sources, and team members as they navigate the emotional, social, and practical challenges of serious illness and end-of-life care. The social worker serves as an advocate, resource, and trusted member of the interdisciplinary hospice team, helping patients and families access support throughout their hospice journey.

The organization describes itself as a compassionate, supportive team that values communication, integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth. Suncrest is a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP)-certified hospice and emphasizes investing in its people to support exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ and families’ psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and socioeconomic needs, and incorporate findings into individualized plans of care.
• Counsel patients and families, providing emotional support, crisis intervention, and guidance through illness, loss, grief, and significant life transitions.
• Educate patients and families about community resources and connect them with appropriate programs, services, and support.
• Advocate for patients and families by identifying barriers to care and working with the hospice team on solutions that address their needs, preferences, values, and goals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, facility staff, and other care-team members.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in accordance with hospice standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Medical insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• Minimal to no on-call obligations
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time