Medical Social Worker

Snowline Health•El Dorado, CA

5d•$37 - $54

About The Position

Medical Social Worker (MSW) – Hospice Care Location: Diamond Springs, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday–Friday Snowline Health’s hospice team is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Medical Social Worker to join our mission-driven organization. If you’re passionate about supporting patients and families with exceptional, person-centered care, we’d love to hear from you. About Snowline Health Snowline Health is a non-profit organization serving the western slope of El Dorado County and the Greater Sacramento Region. For over 45 years, our deep roots in the community have allowed us to foster a strong network of local resources and partnerships. We've built a reputation for excellence by providing personalized, compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each patient and family. Why Choose Snowline Health At Snowline Health, our core values guide everything we do. We value teamwork, contribution, service, and excellence. Our team of dedicated, dynamic professionals is committed to providing the highest level of care—reflected in our consistently exceptional patient satisfaction surveys and quality outcomes. Position Summary The Medical Social Worker provides compassionate, patient-centered support to individuals and families receiving hospice services through Snowline Health. This role helps patients honor their goals and wishes, promotes dignity at end of life, and offers emotional, social, and resource-based support throughout the hospice journey. The Medical Social Worker collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team to enhance comfort, quality of life, and overall patient and family well-being. Responsibilities include counseling, resource navigation, advocacy, and coordination with community agencies, along with maintaining timely documentation and meeting organizational productivity expectations. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, empathy, professionalism, and the ability to adapt to the unique needs of patients, families, and the care environment.

Requirements

Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a graduate school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Minimum of one (1) year of clinical geriatric experience required; hospice experience preferred
Demonstrated ability in casework and counseling
Strong communication and counseling skills
Demonstrated skills in assisting individuals and families with problem-solving and navigating community resources
Ability to efficiently operate a computer; prior Electronic Health Records (EHR) experience preferred
Valid California driver’s license and a reliable, insured vehicle
Comfortable being mobile and traveling throughout the service area
Open to an occasional flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends

Nice To Haves

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred
hospice experience preferred

Responsibilities

Honor patient wishes and support them in achieving their goals
Help patients leave this world with dignity
Provide counseling and support, including coping strategies, anticipatory grief, and long-term care planning
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and quality care
Connect patients and families to community resources and referrals
Communicate with social and community agencies, especially for high-risk families
Maintain documentation and productivity standards according to defined organizational expectations
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and community events
Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, cooperation, and dependability
Respect diverse beliefs, choices, and lifestyles
Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with generous employer match
PTO and sick leave to support employee well-being
Observed holidays: Essential staff who work on Snowline’s observed holidays receive time and a half. Staff who do not work can use PTO/sick leave or take the day unpaid.
Ongoing education and training
Tuition reimbursement through our Snowline Scholars Program
Positive, collaborative environment
Recognition programs, celebrations, and team-building events
Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges
Regularly benchmarked to stay fiscally responsible and competitive ($37 - $54 hour per hour depending on experience)