Hospice Medical Social Worker (Brooklyn)

Calvary Hospital; Brooklyn Heights (OH); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick time

Pension plan

403(b) plan

Voluntary benefits

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Calvary Hospital in Brooklyn is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to deliver medical social services, psychosocial and bereavement counseling to patients and families within our palliative care program. The role emphasizes compassionate care aligned with Calvary's tradition and family-like culture.

Candidates should have MSW, LMSW/LCSW eligibility, and prefer 1+ year bereavement and hospice/home care experience. A valid driver's license and vehicle are required for patient visits where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year bereavement counseling experience is preferred.
• At least one year of Hospice or Home Care experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• A vehicle is required to commute to patients. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Responsibilities

• The Hospice Social Worker provides medical social services, psychosocial and bereavement counseling to the hospice Patients and families.

Skills

Bereavement counseling

Hospice experience

Interpersonal communication

Driver's license

Communication skills

Education

MSW from accredited school

LMSW or LCSW eligible

Job description

Overview

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate, philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospice provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospice receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area. When you come to Calvary Hospital, you're not just getting a job, you're joining a family.

Benefits/Perks

• Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, holidays, and free days.
• Pension (vested after 5 years of full-time or part-time service)
• Participation in 403 (b)
• Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Flex Spending, Transit Check.
• Free On-Site Parking

Requirements

The Hospice Social Worker provides medical social services, psychosocial and bereavement counseling to the hospice Patients and families.

Location

Brooklyn

Salary

$94,955.35 annually

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year bereavement counseling experience is preferred.
• At least one year of Hospice or Home Care experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• A vehicle is required to commute to patients. (This requirement does not apply to positions assigned exclusively to Manhattan territory)
• Excellent interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Education

• MSW from an accredited school of social work and one year related experience.
• LMSW or LCSW eligible.

COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all new hires prior to beginning employment at Calvary Hospital.