Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Join Our Compassionate Team as a Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)

At Interim HealthCare, the nation’s first home care company, we are looking for a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to join our team as a Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW). This is an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of terminally ill patients and their families by providing essential emotional support, resources, and counseling during a challenging time. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, particularly those facing end-of-life challenges, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Our Mission: At Interim HealthCare, we are dedicated to honoring God by enriching human life.

Who We Are

Interim HealthCare has been serving our community for over 45 years—combining stability, integrity, and a commitment to quality care. Our clinicians thrive in a culture that prioritizes compassion, respect, and amazing patient outcomes. We offer flexibility in career assignments that support your work-life balance, so you can provide the best care while honoring your personal priorities.

Our Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) enjoy some notable benefits:

• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible Assignment, autonomy and work-life balance
• Matching 401K
• Matching HSA
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Free CEUs
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Assistance
  
  

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do as a Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW):

• Work under the direction of the Medical Director.
• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments within five (5) calendar days of patient admission and update assessments as needed.
• Provide counseling to patients and families to address mental and emotional challenges, helping reduce barriers to care and improving coping mechanisms.
• Identify cultural or religious needs and integrate them into the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Address anticipatory grief and refer to appropriate resources when necessary.
• Evaluate and address financial or environmental concerns, connecting families to relevant community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and offer psychosocial support to the patient/family and the interdisciplinary team (IDG).
• Update facility staff on psychosocial progress, especially in short-term inpatient or respite care settings.
• Contribute to the development and review of the IDG care plan, attending scheduled meetings.
• Assist with advance directives, legal, and financial matters, including power of attorney and funeral arrangements.
• Collaborate with the care team, ensuring all members understand the emotional and social aspects of end-of-life care.
• Participate in discharge planning and revise care plans as the patient’s status changes.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and consistently meet documentation standards.
• Treat all team members with respect and support their efforts to achieve patient care goals.
  
  

This role plays a critical part in providing compassionate support for patients and families navigating the challenges of end-of-life care.

Required Skills

A few must-haves for our Hospice Chaplain:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current LMSW certification.
• Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature in supporting terminally ill patients and families.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  
  

Make a Difference in the Lives of Others—Apply Today!

Join us in honoring life and providing compassionate care that leaves a lasting legacy. We look forward to hearing from you!

Interim HealthCare is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

Salary Info: $58000.00 - $66000.00/Yearly