Medical Social Worker, MSW

VitalCaring Group•Lubbock, TX

3d•Remote

About The Position

Master’s Social Worker (MSW) – Hospice Field-Based | Patient & Family-Centered Hospice Care Join VitalCaring – Where Your Work Changes Lives At VitalCaring, we believe hospice care is about more than managing symptoms—it’s about bringing comfort, dignity, support, and meaningful connection to patients and families during one of life’s most important journeys. As a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Hospice, you’ll provide essential emotional, psychosocial, and practical support to patients and their loved ones as they navigate terminal illness and end-of-life care. You’ll be an important part of the interdisciplinary hospice team, helping families cope, plan, connect with resources, and feel supported through every stage of the journey. This is a role for someone who leads with compassion, understands the unique needs of hospice patients and families, and feels called to make a meaningful difference when it matters most.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
Meets applicable hospice personnel qualifications
1+ year of experience as an MSW in a hospice setting
Understanding of hospice philosophy and issues related to death and dying
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work tactfully with patients, families, caregivers, and community partners
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance when making home visits

Nice To Haves

Deep compassion and emotional intelligence
Comfort supporting patients and families through terminal illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life decisions
Ability to navigate complex family dynamics with empathy and professionalism
Strong crisis intervention, counseling, and problem-solving skills
Resourceful, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach
Respect for diverse cultural beliefs, traditions, and perspectives
A genuine calling to support patients and families through hospice care

Responsibilities

Assess the psychosocial needs of patients and families related to terminal illness, coping, family dynamics, and the home environment
Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and caregivers throughout the hospice journey
Identify psychosocial risks and provide appropriate interventions and crisis support when needed
Help patients and families navigate the emotional and practical challenges associated with end-of-life care
Provide culturally sensitive support that recognizes each patient’s individual beliefs, traditions, values, and family dynamics
Educate and assist patients and families with advance directives and healthcare decision-making
Connect patients and families with community resources and support services
Assist with practical needs related to financial, legal, healthcare, and funeral planning
Serve as a trusted resource to patients and caregivers as needs evolve throughout the hospice journey
Participate in developing individualized plans of care with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team
Attend interdisciplinary group meetings and provide insight into psychosocial factors affecting the patient and family
Partner with physicians, nurses, and other team members to support a holistic approach to end-of-life care
Help the care team understand significant social and emotional factors related to terminal illness and death and dying
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records, assessments, and progress notes
Communicate patient and family needs with the interdisciplinary care team
Serve as a liaison between patients, families, caregivers, and community agencies
Participate in quality improvement activities and uphold professional and regulatory standards