Hospice Social Worker

Paradigm Health • Muncie, IN

7d • $63,000 - $72,000

About The Position

Paradigm Health is hiring a full-time Hospice Social Worker to serve counties surrounding the nearest office. The role provides social services to terminally ill patients and their families, including psychosocial and spiritual-needs assessment, care planning, counseling, consultation, referrals, bereavement follow-up, and support with funeral planning and care placement. The Social Worker collaborates with patients, families, hospice staff, and community services, and maintains complete documentation of services provided.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with participation in a weekend on-call rotation. The position is salaried, with compensation based on experience and license level, plus mileage reimbursement.

Requirements

• A Master of Social Work (MSW) is required at a minimum.
• Licensed Social Worker in the State of Indiana (LSW or LCSW).
• At least one year of healthcare experience is required.
• Current driver's license.
• Reliable transportation and insurance.

Nice To Haves

• One year of hospice experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial and spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Provide social services to terminally ill patients and their families, including planning, treatment, and consultation with other staff.
• Assist with funeral planning.
• Assist in developing and implementing the patient/family Plan of Care.
• Complete the Initial Psychosocial Assessment within five calendar days of patient admission.
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and hospice staff as needed.
• Participate in bereavement follow-up services as required.
• Maintain adequate and complete documentation of activities and services provided to patients and families.
• Assist in developing support groups and other special programs as necessary.
• Facilitate respite and long-term care placement.
• Provide referrals to community services as appropriate.
• Work as a team member.
• Participate in the weekend on-call rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $63,000–$72,000, based on experience and license level.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Paid time off program of up to 136 hours in the first year.
• Weekly payday every Friday.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match program.
• Team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time