Social Worker BSW - Volunteer Coordinator
About The Position
Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences. If you're looking for a unique role that blends social work with community coordination, we'd love for you to join us as a Hospice Social Worker (BSW) - Volunteer Coordinator. In this dual role, you'll support patients and families through psychosocial care while also leading, training, and advocating for our hospice volunteers. This position is perfect for someone who finds joy in helping people during life's most meaningful moments-while also inspiring others to serve with purpose. As a Hospice Social Worker - Volunteer Coordinator, You Will: Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with their individualized plan of care Conduct social work assessments and provide education, case management, and care planning services Offer emotional and resource-based support related to family relationships, cultural/spiritual beliefs, long-term care, and advance care planning Monitor and support safe home environments for hospice patients Serve as the key liaison and advocate for all volunteer services within your branch Assess patient and family needs for volunteer support and assign volunteers accordingly Supervise, train, and support volunteers, ensuring files, documentation, and visit logs are current and compliant Plan and facilitate ongoing volunteer education, recognition, and engagement
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited school
- Licensure as required by the state of employment
- At least 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
- Ability to apply social work principles to end-of-life care, including understanding cultural, emotional, and spiritual dynamics
- Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to support others during times of grief and transition
- Organizational skills to manage volunteer coordination, documentation, and program engagement
Nice To Haves
- 3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience
- Prior experience supervising or coordinating volunteer programs
- Familiarity with community resources and long-term care planning
- Training in bereavement or crisis counseling
Responsibilities
- Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with their individualized plan of care
- Conduct social work assessments and provide education, case management, and care planning services
- Offer emotional and resource-based support related to family relationships, cultural/spiritual beliefs, long-term care, and advance care planning
- Monitor and support safe home environments for hospice patients
- Serve as the key liaison and advocate for all volunteer services within your branch
- Assess patient and family needs for volunteer support and assign volunteers accordingly
- Supervise, train, and support volunteers, ensuring files, documentation, and visit logs are current and compliant
- Plan and facilitate ongoing volunteer education, recognition, and engagement
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
