Licensed Social Worker (Hospice) - PRN

Continuum Hospice • Santa Cruz, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Continuum Hospice is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to join their team. As a Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW), the primary responsibility will be delivering exceptional social work services to hospice patients and their families. This role involves providing counseling and guidance to support their emotional well-being and coping capacity, making a profound difference in their lives during challenging times. The position is Per Diem, scheduled for two days per week (16 hours), and requires travel within Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work
• Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting; long term care or medical surgical/acute care setting preferred
• Current unencumbered license as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work (California)
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification (California)

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a hospice setting

Responsibilities

• Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
• Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
• Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with your Bereavement Coordinator.
• Shape care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
• Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.

Benefits

• The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees