Social Worker (Hospice)
About The Position
Hospice of New Mexico is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide social work services to hospice patients and their families. The role includes counseling and guidance to support emotional well-being and coping capacity. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with coverage in Albuquerque. The social worker assesses patients’ psychosocial status and communicates with the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group. The role evaluates medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support; implements individualized social work plans; collaborates with the Bereavement Coordinator; contributes to care planning and interdisciplinary meetings; addresses psychosocial stresses; and provides empathetic counseling to patients and families. The position requires a Master of Social Work from an accredited school, a state Social Worker license, a current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle. At least one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting is required. Hospice social work experience of at least one year is preferred. Compensation is listed as an average range of $39.00–$40.00 per hour; the final rate is determined based on relevant experience and position responsibilities.
Requirements
- Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
- License as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work.
- Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle.
- At least one year of experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting.
- For the listed states (AL, AR, GA, IL, MA, ME, NJ, NM, OK, OH, RI, SC, and TX), a current unencumbered Social Worker license from the State Board of Social Work.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a social worker in a hospice setting.
- Long-term care or medical-surgical/acute-care experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
- Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
- Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with the Bereavement Coordinator.
- Contribute to care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
- Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Career Path Program supporting internal growth, advancement, and increased pay.
- 15 days of paid time off and 10 holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance.
- Wellness and discount programs.
- Cell phone, mileage, and gym membership reimbursement.
- Company-matching 401(k).
- Hands-on clinical onboarding program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
