Hospice Medical Social Worker (Master's Level)

The Care Team Hospice; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account eligibility

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

PTO + holidays

Job summary

The Care Team Hospice in Reading, PA is seeking a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide emotional support, counseling, advocacy, and resource coordination for hospice patients and families. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care.

This role requires a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) preferred; BSW accepted with supervision. On-site at Reading with potential on-call rotation and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• MSW preferred; BSW accepted with supervision.
• Experience in hospice, home health, or case management preferred.
• Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and community resources.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Assist with advanced care planning and coordination of community resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and document services accurately in EMR HCHB.

Skills

Counseling

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Grief counseling

Community resources

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Bachelor's in Social Work (BSW)

Job description

Hospice Medical Social Worker (Master's Level)Emotional support. Resource guidance. Advocacy.Join a compassionate and supportive hospice team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families. The Care Team Hospice is seeking a Social Worker (MSW) to provide emotional support, counseling, advocacy, and community resource coordination for hospice patients and their loved ones while collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care.Schedule, Hours & Territory• Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM• Reading, PA, and up to a 1-hour surrounding radius• Participation in an on-call rotation may be required, with additional compensation providedWhat We Offer• Meaningful role supporting patients and families emotionally and socially• Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration• Additional compensation for on-call participation• Mission-driven hospice environmentBenefits• Competitive Total Care Benefit Package, compensation, and mileage reimbursement per company policy• 401(k) with employer match• Health Savings Account eligibility with employer contribution up to $1,000 annually• Employee Assistance Program, discounts on gym memberships and wellness programs• Tuition reimbursement• PTO begins accruing upon hire, with full-time team members earning up to 3 weeks of PTO during their first year of employment and increasing accruals with tenure, plus seven paid holidays.Key Responsibilities• Conduct psychosocial assessments• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families• Assist with advanced care planning and coordination of community resources• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings• Document services accurately and timely in the EMR HCHB (Homecare Homebase)• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program preferred.• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) accepted with required supervision in accordance with state regulations.• Previous experience in hospice, home health, healthcare, or case management preferred.• Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and community resources.Field Role Requirements• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.• Ability to pass a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening.• Current TB testing in accordance with agency/State policy.• Current CPR certification as required for the role.