Social Worker BSW

New Century Hospice • Marble Falls, TX

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About The Position

New Century Hospice, part of Gentiva, is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (BSW) to provide psychosocial support to patients and families throughout the hospice journey. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker helps address patients’ and loved ones’ whole-person needs and supports comfort, connection, dignity, and peace of mind. The role involves assessing social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs; offering counseling, education, and community-resource referrals; and adapting services as circumstances change. The position is safety-sensitive, and employees must meet applicable state-specific requirements. Employees must also meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.

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.
• Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care.
• Compassion and tact when supporting patients and families during emotionally intense experiences.
• Ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to a care team.

Nice To Haves

• 3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience.
• Familiarity with terminal illness, grief response, and crisis counseling.
• Experience working with diverse populations and family systems.
• Advanced training or certifications in grief counseling or palliative care.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with an individualized plan of care.
• Conduct assessments to identify social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs.
• Use professional judgment to guide patients and families through illness and loss.
• Offer counseling, education, and referrals to community resources.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team to support patients’ and families’ whole-person needs.
• Monitor changes in patient and family circumstances and adjust services accordingly.
• Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy for each patient and family served.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• National and local recognition programs.
• Teammate Assistance Fund.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
• Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
• Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time associates.
• Education support and tuition assistance for full-time associates.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level