What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at Ethos?
Hospice Social Worker
Benefits:
- Medical insurance through Blue Cross & Blue Shield
- Dental and vision insurance through Lincoln Financial
- HSA or FSA plans available
- 160 hours of PTO annually, and 9 paid holidays
- Life insurance paid
- Disability insurance
The Hospice Social Worker will provide psychosocial assessments and counseling services to hospice patients and their families under the direction of the attending physician.
This role involves collaborating with the Interdisciplinary Team to coordinate care and ensure that patients receive holistic, compassionate support tailored to their needs.
Position Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychosocial assessments to evaluate the emotional, social, and environmental factors impacting the patient and family.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families coping with end-of-life issues.
- Assist families in understanding and managing grief and loss.
- Help families access community resources and services.
- Maintain documentation of social work services in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory requirements.
Skill/Experience Requirements:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution, OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field, with MSW supervision
- Current state licensure as a social worker (LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent) required.
- Current driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in hospice or palliative care
- Strong working knowledge of community resources and support services
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Clinical Social Worker (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000
