Field-Based Hospice MSW: Meaningful Impact

VitalCaring Group; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

PTO

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA

Life insurance

Job summary

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) to join a field-based hospice team. You will provide emotional, psychosocial, and practical support to patients and families navigating terminal illness and end-of-life care.

You will collaborate with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other team members to ensure dignity, comfort, and meaningful care, while documenting progress and facilitating advance planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Minimum 1+ year of MSW hospice experience or equivalent experience in hospice settings.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work tactfully with patients, families, caregivers, and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of patients and families related to terminal illness and home care.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and caregivers.
• Identify psychosocial risks and provide interventions and crisis support as needed.
• Help patients and families navigate emotional and practical end-of-life challenges.
• Communicate patient and family needs with the care team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and progress notes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Emotional intelligence

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW degree

Job description

VitalCaring Group is seeking a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) to join a field-based hospice team. You will provide emotional, psychosocial, and practical support to patients and families navigating terminal illness and end-of-life care.

You will collaborate with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other team members to ensure dignity, comfort, and meaningful care, while documenting progress and facilitating advance planning.