Hospice LMSW - Full-Time in Austin | Compassionate Care & Growth

Halcyon Home; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Halcyon Home in Austin, TX is seeking a Hospice LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) for a full-time role serving geriatric hospice patients in Austin and surrounding areas.

You will perform hospice social work visits, assess social and emotional needs, develop care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and provide counseling to patients and families facing end-of-life challenges. Homecare Homebase EMR experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Licensed LMSW required.
• Experience with Homecare Homebase EMR is a plus.
• Hospice care experience is preferred (minimum 1 year).
• Minimum of 1 year in social work.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with the elderly.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform hospice social work visits in various settings (assisted living, SNFs, residences).
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' social and emotional needs.
• Coordinate care and access to community resources.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of patient interactions and progress.
• Develop personalized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide counseling and support to patients and families facing end-of-life challenges.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Independent worker

Empathy

Education

Licensed LMSW

Tools

Homecare Homebase EMR

Job description

Halcyon Home in Austin, TX is seeking a Hospice LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) for a full-time role serving geriatric hospice patients in Austin and surrounding areas.

You will perform hospice social work visits, assess social and emotional needs, develop care plans with the interdisciplinary team, and provide counseling to patients and families facing end-of-life challenges. Homecare Homebase EMR experience is a plus.