Compassionate Hospice Social Worker & Family Advocate

Good Samaritan Hospice, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 21 days

Medical coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) match

Education assistance

Job summary

Good Samaritan Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support patients and families facing serious illness and end-of-life care. You will assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, and help navigate emotional, financial, and practical challenges with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, experience in healthcare, and strong communication and organizational skills. Licensure or certification preferences include LCSW.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required for this role.
• Two years of social work or counseling experience, including healthcare setting.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• LCSW or hospice/palliative care certification preferred.
• Experience with psychosocial assessments, counseling, case management, and crisis intervention.
• Excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and education to patients, caregivers, and families.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Coordinate community resources and assist with financial, legal, caregiver, and psychosocial needs.
• Assist patients and families with advance care planning, including advance directives and end-of-life wishes.
• Advocate for patients while collaborating with physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and community agencies.
• Participate in family meetings and interdisciplinary care conferences.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with Medicare regulations and agency standards.
• Support hospice admissions, discharges, and transitions of care as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

LCSW preferred

Job description

Good Samaritan Hospice, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker to support patients and families facing serious illness and end-of-life care. You will assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, and help navigate emotional, financial, and practical challenges with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master’s in Social Work, experience in healthcare, and strong communication and organizational skills. Licensure or certification preferences include LCSW.