Social Worker (Hospice)
About The Position
Hearth Hospice is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) to deliver social work services to hospice patients and their families. The role provides 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 across Dade, Catoosa, Walker, Whitfield, Murray, Chattooga, Gordon, and Floyd counties. The social worker assesses patients’ psychosocial status and communicates findings to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group. The role evaluates medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support; develops and implements individualized social work plans; collaborates with the Bereavement Coordinator; participates in care planning and interdisciplinary meetings; and provides empathetic counseling to patients and families. Hearth Hospice describes itself as a mission-driven, patient-centered provider of end-of-life care focused on supporting patients and loved ones with dignity, peace, and compassion. The position offers a supportive, growth-oriented environment and a benefits package.
Requirements
- Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work.
- Licensed as a social worker by 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.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience as a social worker in a hospice setting.
- Experience in a long-term care or medical-surgical/acute-care setting.
Responsibilities
- Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
- Evaluate patients’ medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
- Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with the Bereavement Coordinator.
- Help shape 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 PTO 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
