Field-Based Hospice MSW — Meaningful Impact & Autonomy

VitalCaring Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

HSA/FSA

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Hospice to provide emotional, psychosocial, and practical support to patients and families navigating terminal illness. You will join an interdisciplinary hospice team, guiding families through coping, resource connection, and care planning in a field-based role.

Ideal candidates have MSW qualifications and hospice experience, with strong interpersonal and crisis intervention skills, ensuring dignity and comfort at end-of-life.

Qualifications

• MSW required with hospice experience.
• At least 1 year MSW hospice experience.
• Meets hospice personnel qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial needs of patients and families related to terminal illness, coping, family dynamics, and the home environment.
• Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and caregivers throughout the hospice journey.
• Identify psychosocial risks and provide appropriate interventions and crisis support when needed.
• Assist with end-of-life planning and connect patients and families with community resources.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to develop and adjust plans of care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Driver’s license

Cultural sensitivity

Education

MSW degree

Job description

VitalCaring is seeking a Master’s Social Worker (MSW) in Hospice to provide emotional, psychosocial, and practical support to patients and families navigating terminal illness. You will join an interdisciplinary hospice team, guiding families through coping, resource connection, and care planning in a field-based role.

Ideal candidates have MSW qualifications and hospice experience, with strong interpersonal and crisis intervention skills, ensuring dignity and comfort at end-of-life.