MSW / Social Worker - Hospice

Hospice of the Midwest • Forest Lake, MN

9d • $72,000 - $78,000

About The Position

Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a Social Worker based in Forest Lake, Minnesota, covering Chisago, Washington, and Isanti Counties. The role provides emotional support, counseling, and resource coordination to patients facing terminal illness, helping ensure their psychosocial needs are met with dignity and respect. The Social Worker provides holistic, person-centered services and works independently while receiving team support.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hospice of the Midwest provides hospice services tailored to the needs of patients and families, with care delivered primarily in the home. The stated salary range is $72,000 to $78,000 per year.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Council on Social Work Education-accredited master's program in social work (MSW), or a Council on Social Work Education-accredited bachelor's program in social work.
• Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3).
• At least one year of experience in health care.
• Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Current licensure, or good standing, according to State Board of Social Work guidelines to practice in the state of operation.
• Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and in good working order.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Evaluate home safety and assist with alternative care plans when needed.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Educate and assist patients and families with advance directives.
• Provide referrals and practical support for patients and families.
• Serve as a liaison with community resources and agencies.
• Collaborate with team members to support holistic patient care.
• Support funeral, financial, and legal planning with families.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time