Hospice Medical Social Worker - Field-Based Columbus

Ohio's Hospice; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Ohio's Hospice is seeking a Medical Social Worker to join our hospice team serving Columbus and surrounding Ohio communities. In this field-based role, you'll support patients and families through the challenges of serious illness and end-of-life care.

You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to provide compassionate support, conduct assessments, and ensure patients receive individualized care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and current Ohio licensure.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Social Work license (LSW or LISW) required.
• At least 1 year of healthcare social work experience.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments for hospice patients.
• Provide counseling and emotional support.
• Help families access community resources.
• Advocate for patient and family needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Psychosocial assessments

Crisis intervention

Documentation skills

Community resource access

End-of-life care education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Ohio's Hospice is seeking a Medical Social Worker to join our hospice team serving Columbus and surrounding Ohio communities. In this field-based role, you'll support patients and families through the challenges of serious illness and end-of-life care.

You'll collaborate with a dedicated team to provide compassionate support, conduct assessments, and ensure patients receive individualized care. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and current Ohio licensure.