Social Worker BSW

Heartland Hospice•Wichita, KS

15h

About The Position

Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (BSW) to provide psychosocial support to patients and their families throughout the hospice journey. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker helps address patients’ and families’ social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs, supporting comfort, connection, dignity, and peace of mind. The role includes conducting assessments, offering counseling and education, referring patients and families to community resources, and using professional judgment to guide them through illness and loss. The Social Worker monitors changes in patient and family circumstances and adjusts services accordingly, collaborating with the care team to meet whole-person needs. This is a safety-sensitive position, and state-specific requirements may apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited school.
Licensure as required by the state of employment.
At least 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting.
Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care.
Compassion and tact when supporting patients and families during emotionally intense experiences.
Ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to a care team.

Nice To Haves

3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience.
Familiarity with terminal illness, grief response, and crisis counseling.
Experience working with diverse populations and family systems.
Advanced training or certifications in grief counseling or palliative care.

Responsibilities

Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with an individualized plan of care.
Conduct assessments to identify social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs.
Use professional judgment to guide patients and families through the challenges of illness and loss.
Offer counseling, education, and referrals to community resources.
Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team to support patients’ and families’ whole-person needs.
Monitor changes in patient and family circumstances and adjust services accordingly.
Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy for every patient and family served.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
401(k) with company match.
Career advancement opportunities.
National and local recognition programs.
Teammate Assistance Fund.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for full-time associates.
Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time associates.
Education support and tuition assistance for full-time associates.
Free continuing education units (CEUs) for full-time associates.
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage, for full-time associates.