Hospice | Licensed Medical Social Worker-Dallas

Custom Care Home Health & Hospice•Dallas, TX

1d•$68,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Custom Care Hospice is hiring a Licensed Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial care, counseling, advocacy, and community resource coordination for hospice patients and their families. The role supports patient goals and quality of life while promoting adherence to hospice philosophy and regulatory standards. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., covering the north and south Dallas area.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Meet personnel qualifications outlined in applicable federal and state hospice regulations.
At least one year of healthcare-related social work experience.
Current CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance meeting state and organizational requirements.
Ability to travel throughout the service area as needed.
Thorough understanding of hospice philosophy and the physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life care.
Knowledge of grief, bereavement, family systems, crisis intervention, and community resource coordination.
Strong interpersonal, counseling, and advocacy skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Strong organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Empathy, compassion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity when working with patients and families.

Nice To Haves

Hospice, palliative care, home health, oncology, or end-of-life care experience.
Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
Homecare Homebase (HCHB) and PointCare experience.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ and families’ psychosocial, emotional, environmental, financial, and support needs related to terminal illness and end-of-life care.
Conduct comprehensive social work assessments in patients’ residences and help develop alternative plans when an environment is unsafe or unsuitable.
Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on assessment findings and patient and family needs.
Provide counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and guidance to patients and caregivers dealing with stress, grief, loss, or coping challenges.
Educate patients and families about community resources, benefits, and support services.
Coordinate referrals and help patients access community agencies, financial assistance programs, and other supportive resources.
Advocate for patients and serve as a liaison among patients, families, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with hospice regulations and organizational policies.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, and other interdisciplinary team members to address patient and family needs.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to developing and revising individualized plans of care.
Help team members understand social, emotional, cultural, and family dynamics that may affect patient care and end-of-life decision-making.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with community agencies and resource partners.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities and initiatives.
Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards related to hospice care.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor or Administrator.