Social Worker (SW)

VITAS Healthcare • Fort Myers, FL

115d

About The Position

As a hospice social worker, you will provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during an important and vulnerable time. You will ensure VITAS patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order, honoring their wishes for finances, funeral arrangements, and more. Their loved ones will trust you to help them navigate the grieving process. Whether you’re granting an end-of-life wish or simply listening to a patient’s stories at their bedside, your actions—large and small—will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Requirements

• Must have a social work license.
• At least one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Commitment to patient welfare.
• Compassionate approach to care.
• Can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones.
• Ensure patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order.
• Honor patients' wishes regarding finances and funeral arrangements.
• Help loved ones navigate the grieving process.
• Grant end-of-life wishes and listen to patients' stories.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees