Hospice Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Enhabit, Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) match

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Supplemental insurance options

Flexible spending accounts

Incentive bonus opportunities

Continuing education and scholarships

Job summary

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice in Louisiana seeks a licensed social worker to support patients in their homes, guiding care plans and education for families. Must hold MSW, be licensed in the state, and have at least one year of health care social work experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating services and ensuring quality patient outcomes while complying with physician orders and care plans. The role offers competitive benefits, ongoing professional development and a collaborative

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Must be certified or licensed in the state of Louisiana (LMSW preferred).
• Must have at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting.

Responsibilities

• Administers social services to patients requiring intermittent professional services and educates the patient, family, and other health care team members according to the physician’s orders and care plan.

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Licensed to practice in Louisiana (LMSW/Licensed Social Worker)

At least 1 year of social work experience in health care

Job description

Overview

Looking for a career that makes a difference every day?

Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nation’s largest home-based care providers. Consistently recognized as a great place to work, Enhabit delivers exceptional care and fosters a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and ongoing development.

With strong organizational stability, a commitment to excellence, and careers rooted in purpose, Enhabit empowers team members to build forward-moving careers while expanding what’s possible for care in the home.

The Enhabit Advantage:

Enhabit offers competitive benefits designed to support well-being and help employees thrive in every stage of their careers. Eligible employees receive:

• Generous paid time off for full-time employees
• 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Incentive bonus opportunities
• Continuing education and scholarship opportunities

Responsibilities

The licensed social worker administers social services to patients requiring intermittent professional services and teaches the patient, family, and other members of the health care team. These services are performed in accordance with the physician’s orders and the established plan of care.

Qualifications

Education and Experience (ESSENTIAL):

• Must have a masters degree from a school of social work accredited by the council on social work education.
• Must be certified or licensed in the state where they currently practice.
• Must have at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting.

Education and Experience (DESIRED):

• Medicare home health or hospice experience is preferred.

Education and Experience (STATE SPECIFIC):

• ALABAMA - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• ALASKA - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• ARIZONA - A licensed BSW must work under a licensed MSW; LMSW is preferred.
• ARKANSAS - Must be an LMSW, at minimum.
• COLORADO - Must be a masters level LSW.
• CONNECTICUT - Must be an MSW.
• FLORIDA - No state liensure is required, certification only. Must provide masters degree transcript.
• GEORGIA - Must be an LMSW, at minimum.
• IDAHO - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• ILLINOIS - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• INDIANA - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• KANSAS - An LBSW must work under a LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• KENTUCKY - An LBSW must work under a LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• LOUISIANA - Must be an LMSW.
• MARYLAND - An LBSW must work under a licensed clinical social worker; a masters level LCSW is preferred.
• MASSACHUSETTS - An LSW can work under a LCSW; LCSW is preferred.
• MISSISSIPPI - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• MISSOURI - State licensure is not required. A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• MONTANA - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• NORTH CAROLINA - A CSW can work under a CMSW; CMSW is preferred.
• NEW MEXICO - An LBSW can work under an LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• NEVADA - A CSW can work under a CMSW; CMSW is preferred.
• OHIO - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• OKLAHOMA - A masters degree is required. Must be a LSW or LMSW.
• OREGON - A registered BSW can work under an LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• PENNSYLVANIA - A masters degree is required. Must be an LSW.
• RHODE ISLAND - An LBSW can work under an LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• SOUTH CAROLINA - Must be an LMSW, at minimum.
• TENNESSEE - Must be an MSW.
• TEXAS - An LBSW can work under an LMSW; LMSW is preferred.
• UTAH - A social service worker can work under a CSW; CSW is preferred.
• VIRGINIA - An LSW can work under an LCSW; LCSW is preferred.
• WASHINGTON - A BSW can work under an MSW; MSW is preferred.
• WYOMING - A CSW can work under an CMSW; CMSW is preferred.

Requirements:

• Must possess a valid state driver license
• Must maintain automobile liability insurance as required by law
• Must maintain dependable transportation in good working condition
• Must be able to safely drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions
• Must possess CPR certification for the healthcare provider

Additional Information

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.