Compassionate Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

Gentiva; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

PTO + 7 paid holidays

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Gentiva in Texas is seeking a compassionate Hospice Social Worker (MSW) to join our interdisciplinary team and guide patients and families through end-of-life care with dignity and support.

You will assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, coordinate resources, and educate families about hospice services. Flexible, full-time role with strong teamwork and commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current licensure as required by the state of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting.
• Knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care.
• Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations.
• Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide assessments and care planning based on emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care.
• Work with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support emotional and social well-being.
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies.
• Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation.
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes and update plans of care as needed.
• Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care.

Skills

MSW licensure

Empathetic communication

Cultural sensitivity

Grief support

Team collaboration

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Tools

Counseling skills

Job description

Gentiva in Texas is seeking a compassionate Hospice Social Worker (MSW) to join our interdisciplinary team and guide patients and families through end-of-life care with dignity and support.

You will assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, coordinate resources, and educate families about hospice services. Flexible, full-time role with strong teamwork and commitment to quality care.