Hospice MSW – 1:1 Impact, Flexible Hours, CEUs

Interim HealthCare Inc.; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holiday Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Interim HealthCare Inc. is seeking a Hospice Medical Social Worker in the Hampton Roads, VA area to provide counseling, advocacy, and resource coordination for patients and families facing end‑of‑life challenges.

The role involves psychosocial assessments, crisis support and collaboration with the hospice team to develop and implement the IDG plan of care, with emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the CSWE.
• Active Virginia Social Work license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of healthcare experience; hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients and families and contribute to IDG plan of care.
• Provide individual and family counseling related to mental and emotional needs.
• Provide support and resources for grief and related concerns.
• Evaluate psychosocial concerns and connect to community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and ongoing psychosocial support during hospice care.
• Participate in development and updates of the patient’s plan of care and IDG meetings.
• Assist with end-of-life decision navigation, advance directives, and related matters.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospice staff on social and emotional factors.

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Counseling

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Interim HealthCare Inc. is seeking a Hospice Medical Social Worker in the Hampton Roads, VA area to provide counseling, advocacy, and resource coordination for patients and families facing end‑of‑life challenges.

The role involves psychosocial assessments, crisis support and collaboration with the hospice team to develop and implement the IDG plan of care, with emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care.