Compassionate Social Worker - Hospice & Palliative Care

Chapters Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide and coordinate psychosocial support for patients and families across home health, hospice, and palliative care settings in Florida Keys & North Florida. The role requires MSW-level education, EMR proficiency, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, care planning, and collaboration with interprofessional teams to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited) required or higher.
• Florida-specific licensure requirements may apply (LMSW/LCSW, GA licensure where applicable).
• Home Health experience preferred in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and document findings.
• Empower patients and families to navigate resources and make informed decisions.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to develop and update care plans.
• Maintain confidential and timely documentation of activities.
• Assist in coordinating care across home health, hospice, and palliative services.

Skills

Communication skills

Emotional resilience

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

MSW requirements for Home Health in Florida

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

Chapters Health System seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide and coordinate psychosocial support for patients and families across home health, hospice, and palliative care settings in Florida Keys & North Florida. The role requires MSW-level education, EMR proficiency, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, care planning, and collaboration with interprofessional teams to improve patient outcomes.