Compassionate Hospice Social Worker — Bereavement & Support

Advantage; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team in Mechanicsburg, PA. The role provides emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support to patients and families, including crisis intervention, bereavement services, and advocacy during IDG meetings.

The position emphasizes compassionate, holistic care, collaboration with care teams, and ongoing professional development within an empathetic, value-driven workplace.

Qualifications

• Empathy, integrity, and strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional assessments.
• Collaborate in developing patient-centered care plans.
• Provide individual and family counseling, including crisis intervention.
• Serve as a bereavement team member and offer grief support.
• Advocate for patients and families in IDG meetings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and contacts.
• Develop community relationships to enhance referrals and outreach.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.

Skills

Empathy

Integrity

Communication

Collaborative

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

BSW (CSWE-accredited)

Bachelor's in psychology/sociology or related

Job description

Advantage Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team in Mechanicsburg, PA. The role provides emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support to patients and families, including crisis intervention, bereavement services, and advocacy during IDG meetings.

The position emphasizes compassionate, holistic care, collaboration with care teams, and ongoing professional development within an empathetic, value-driven workplace.