Social Worker (LCSW) - Hospice

VITAS Healthcare • Livingston, NJ

3d • $37 - $40

About The Position

The hospice social worker provides emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during end-of-life care. The role helps patients put their affairs in order in accordance with their wishes, including financial and funeral arrangements, and supports loved ones as they navigate grief.

The social worker conducts psychosocial assessments of patients and families and collaborates with clinical teammates to develop comprehensive plans of care. Responsibilities include individual and family counseling, psychotherapy when appropriately credentialed, proactive bereavement care after a patient's passing, referrals to community resources, and timely, accurate documentation.

Most work takes place where hospice patients live, including private residences and assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. About once a week, the social worker comes to the office to meet with the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• At least one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Valid licensure and/or certification as required by the state.
• Reliable transportation.
• State-specific licensure requirements apply: CT, DE, and TX require Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW); DC requires Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW); GA requires MSW supervision by an LCSW until obtaining LMSW; IL, NJ, and OH require Licensed Social Worker (LSW); WI requires a Social Worker Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of social work experience with end-of-life patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families and work with clinical teammates to create a comprehensive plan of care for each patient.
• Provide individual and family supportive counseling.
• Deliver psychotherapy when appropriately credentialed.
• Provide proactive bereavement care to patients’ families and loved ones after a patient’s passing.
• Refer patients and family members to community resources as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care FSA/HSA options.
• 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and a company match.
• Cancer and/or critical illness benefit.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 per year.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential, no-cost counseling for legal, financial, and personal challenges.
• Legal insurance.
• 24/7 roadside assistance.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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