Hospital-Based Hospice Liaison
About The Position
Hospital-Based Hospice Liaison Named by The Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last four years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks a Hospital-Based Hospice Liaison to join its Community Development team. Our not-for-profit hospice and palliative care organization is seeking a self-starting, energetic, resourceful individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role is based at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. The Hospital-Based Hospice Liaison partners with hospital care teams to support timely access to hospice services, strengthen referral relationships, and facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to community-based care. The ideal candidate will be passionate about community outreach, education, and advocacy for hospice and palliative care, with a strong commitment to racial equity and bridging healthcare disparities. Schedule and Weekly Hours: Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. This is a 40-hour role.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare, healthcare outreach, or a related field required.
- Strong understanding of hospice care and end-of-life services.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of local community resources and healthcare providers.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Hospital-based experience strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of or experience working in underserved communities and with marginalized populations.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.
- Proficiency in Google Suite applications (Docs, Sheets)
Responsibilities
- The Hospital-Based Hospice Liaison partners with hospital care teams to support timely access to hospice services
- strengthen referral relationships
- facilitate smooth transitions from hospital to community-based care.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Four weeks paid time off in first year, to increase with tenure
- 12 paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance: coverage begins as of your start date
- Life insurance
- 403(b) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
