Compassionate Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) - Field-Based

LilyCare; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time or part-time schedules

Competitive compensation and benefits

Job summary

LilyCare Hospice is seeking a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join our interdisciplinary team in Bedford, NH. This field-based role involves visiting patients in their homes and facilities, providing psychosocial support to patients and families, and coordinating with nurses, chaplains, and physicians.

The ideal candidate will hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, an active NH LICSW license, and at least two years of geriatric experience with hospice or palliative care preferred.

Qualifications

• MSW CSWE-accredited program required.
• Active NH LICSW license required.
• Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and contribute to the Plan of Care.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Evaluate insurance coverage and connect families with community resources and assistance programs.
• Participate in IDT meetings and keep the team updated on psychosocial changes and care plan adjustments.
• Make referrals to community agencies and coordinate services as needed.
• Support bereavement follow-up services for families after a patient’s death.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all visits and services.
• Assist with training and orientation of volunteers and staff, and support special programs such as support groups as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

LICSW licensed

MSW CSWE-accredited

Geriatric care

Hospice/palliative care

Communication skills

Travel to patient homes

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited program

NH LICSW license

Job description

LilyCare Hospice is seeking a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join our interdisciplinary team in Bedford, NH. This field-based role involves visiting patients in their homes and facilities, providing psychosocial support to patients and families, and coordinating with nurses, chaplains, and physicians.

The ideal candidate will hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, an active NH LICSW license, and at least two years of geriatric experience with hospice or palliative care preferred.