Social Worker (Master of Social Work)

Suncrest Hospice • Walnut Creek, CA

1d • $70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Brighton/Suncrest Hospice is seeking a Social Worker to provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients, families, referring sources, and team members as they navigate the emotional, social, and practical challenges of serious illness and end-of-life care. The Social Worker serves as an advocate, resource, and trusted member of the interdisciplinary hospice team, helping patients and families receive support throughout their hospice journey.

The organization describes itself as a compassionate, supportive team that values communication, integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth. It is a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP)-certified hospice and emphasizes investing in its people to support exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work degree that complies with CHAP and state of residence regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ and families’ psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and socioeconomic needs and incorporate findings into the individualized plan of care.
• Counsel patients and families by providing emotional support, crisis intervention, and guidance as they navigate illness, loss, grief, and significant life transitions.
• Educate patients and families about available community resources and connect them with appropriate programs, services, and support.
• Advocate for patients and families, identify barriers to care, and work with the hospice team to develop appropriate solutions so patients’ and families’ needs, preferences, values, and goals are heard and addressed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, facility staff, and other care-team members.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in accordance with hospice standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• $70,000–$85,000 salary
• 144 PTO per calendar year
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Mileage and cell phone reimbursement
• Medical, HSA, dental, vision, life, and EAP benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match and immediate 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• No on-call obligations
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time