Hospice Medical Social Worker — Impact & ESOP

St. Joseph Hospice; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

PTO

Disability coverage

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospice is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Medical Social Worker to join our patient care team serving patients in Baton Rouge, LA. The role focuses on comprehensive social work services within home health/hospice settings, including assessments and family communication.

The position offers competitive benefits such as ESOP ownership, disability coverage, PTO, and mileage reimbursement, supporting long-term care for patients and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work completed.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Empathetic and people-oriented approach.
• Must have a valid driver's license and transportation for in-home visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and ongoing care for hospice patients.
• Communicate with patients, families and co-workers.
• Manage casework needs of terminally ill patients and families.
• Participate in discharge planning and in-service programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

People-oriented

Valid driver license

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

St. Joseph Hospice is seeking a Full-Time Licensed Medical Social Worker to join our patient care team serving patients in Baton Rouge, LA. The role focuses on comprehensive social work services within home health/hospice settings, including assessments and family communication.

The position offers competitive benefits such as ESOP ownership, disability coverage, PTO, and mileage reimbursement, supporting long-term care for patients and staff alike.