Hospice Licensed Social Worker

Integrated Home Healthcare, Palliative, and Hospice; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health care agency is looking for a compassionate Licensed Social Worker to join their hospice team in Libertyville, IL. This role focuses on ensuring quality end-of-life care, assessing psychosocial needs, and coordinating care plans. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients and their families in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ psychosocial status and coordinate with the clinical team.
• Provide counseling and support to patients and caregivers.
• Develop individualized care plans and assist in care coordination.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Documentation

Job description

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Position: Licensed Social Worker (Hospice Care)

Location: Lake County, IL

Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate, licensed Medical Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary hospice team. This role focuses on assessing and supporting the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, ensuring quality end-of-life care in accordance with hospice philosophy and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients’ psychosocial status and coordinate with clinical team
• Provide counseling and support to patients and caregivers
• Develop individualized care plans and assist in care coordination
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Serve as a liaison to community agencies and resources
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to quality improvement
• Educate staff and families on social and emotional aspects of terminal illness

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience; hospice experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
• Valid driver's license, insured vehicle, and current CPR certification

Join a supportive team where your care makes a difference every day.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Home Health Care Services

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