Hospice MSW: Compassionate Care & Resource Coordination

thestaffpad; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

6 paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Schedule flexibility

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The Staff Pad partners with a leading hospice and palliative care provider in the DFW Metroplex to hire a compassionate Master Social Worker (MSW/LMSW/LCSW). The MSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, counsel patients and families, coordinate community resources, and support emotional, financial, environmental, and end-of-life needs.

The role is full-time and reports to the Director of Family Care Services, with responsibilities spanning interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) required.
• Texas LMSW or LCSW license required.
• Minimum one year of healthcare social work experience.
• Hospice, palliative care, home health, or related healthcare experience preferred.
• Valid Texas driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments to identify patients' and families' emotional, social, financial, environmental, and resource needs.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families navigating grief, loss, and end-of-life care.
• Educate and facilitate advance care planning discussions with patients and families.
• Coordinate community resources, referrals and support services to meet patient and family needs.
• Develop and support individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborate on patient care planning.
• Maintain licensure, continuing education, and professional competency.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources and public/private assistance programs.
• Manage clinical assignments within scope of education, licensure, and competency.
• Promote a culture of compassionate, patient-centered care aligned with agency values and policies.

Job description

The Staff Pad partners with a leading hospice and palliative care provider in the DFW Metroplex to hire a compassionate Master Social Worker (MSW/LMSW/LCSW). The MSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, counsel patients and families, coordinate community resources, and support emotional, financial, environmental, and end-of-life needs.

The role is full-time and reports to the Director of Family Care Services, with responsibilities spanning interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and