What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker, Hospice position at Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care?
At the heart of hospice and palliative care lies a journey of compassion and empathy. As a Social Worker with us, you will provide unwavering emotional support to patients and their families during these challenging times. Your role will be essential in facilitating difficult conversations and addressing fears, hopes, and wishes with sensitivity and understanding, guiding individuals and families through this important transition.
We are dedicated to creating meaningful and lasting memories through unique end-of-life programs like the Gift of a Day initiative. By working closely with an interdisciplinary care team, we ensure that every patient and family receives the necessary resources for comfort and well-being.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in this field, we want to hear from you!
Social Work Qualifications:
- Licensed Social Worker
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree completed in a program accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
- 2 years of experience working in a medical setting with experience with hospice and/or palliative care
- Ability to work in both hospice & palliative programs
- Provide emotional, social, and grief support to patients and family members, collaborating with spiritual and bereavement support staff.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Group meetings, identifying social-psychological issues and their interrelatedness with medical problems.
- Assist in coordination and participation in Ultimate Gift Programs, such as Gift of a Day and Veteran Recognitions.
- Reliable personal vehicle/transportation, valid driver’s license, and ability to safely operate said vehicle to visit patients and perform job duties within the field.
Social Work Schedule & Benefits:
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, with support for the on-call team.
- Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO.
- Continuing Education Reimbursement.
- Ability to grow into a variety of different roles inside our team and organization including leadership opportunities.
Salary : $55,000 - $68,000
