Licensed Social Worker (LSW) - PRN
Brookhaven Hospice•Marlborough, MA
•$34 - $40
About The Position
Brookhaven Hospice is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Social Worker to provide hospice social work services to patients and their families in the Marlborough coverage area. The role focuses on supporting patients’ and families’ emotional well-being and coping capacity through counseling, guidance, and individualized social work care. The Social Worker assesses psychosocial circumstances and communicates with the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group, evaluates patient needs and available resources, and collaborates with the Bereavement Coordinator and care team to address psychosocial stresses.
Requirements
- Master of Social Work degree from an accredited school of social work.
- Licensed as a Social Worker by the State Board of Social Work.
- Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, with access to a dependable vehicle.
- At least one year of experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a social worker in a hospice setting.
- Experience in a long-term care or medical-surgical/acute-care setting.
Responsibilities
- Assess and communicate patients’ psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
- Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
- Implement individualized social work plans and collaborate with the Bereavement Coordinator.
- Contribute to care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
- Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of paid time off and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
