Social Worker / Hospice (PRN)
About The Position
Transitions Hospice is seeking a licensed social worker to provide psychosocial support and practical assistance to hospice patients, families, and caregivers in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. The role serves as a trusted advocate and counselor throughout the hospice journey, helping families navigate grief, community resources, advance care planning, and other challenges. The position is PRN as needed and includes local travel for patient visits. The social worker works as part of an interdisciplinary team to support holistic care. Duties include conducting initial assessments, providing ongoing counseling, coordinating resources and facility placement, maintaining clinical documentation, participating in team and IDG meetings, and supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. On-call duties on evenings and weekends may be required as needed.
Requirements
- A master’s degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, as required in specified states.
- Licensure and/or certification as required by the state.
- At least 2 years of social service experience in a health care setting or social services agency.
- Comfort with grief, loss, and end-of-life conversations.
- Strong knowledge of community resources and care coordination.
- Excellent documentation skills and attention to compliance.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally for patient visits.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessments for patients, families, and caregivers.
- Provide ongoing emotional support and counseling throughout the care journey.
- Identify and connect families with community resources, including financial assistance.
- Guide families through advance directives.
- Assist with facility placement for patients when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation at the patient's residence and in agency records.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team and IDG meetings to shape holistic care plans.
- Participate in on-call duties on evenings and weekends as needed.
- Manage caseload and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and agency policies and procedures.
- Travel locally for patient visits.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Company-provided equipment.
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Career Level
Mid Level
