Hospice & Palliative Care Social Worker

Carle Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to provide resource support, counseling, and crisis intervention. Hours may vary based on census and program needs.

The role emphasizes developing care plans, addressing barriers to care, and facilitating communication across care settings to maximize patient and family outcomes in a home-based context.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work is required.
• LCSW and/or LSW licenses required.
• Experience in hospice or end-of-life care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional, social, and environmental needs.
• Develop and implement a bereavement plan of care addressing family needs.
• Educate patients and families, respect cultural beliefs, and coordinate with the care team.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Counseling skills

Assessment skills

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

LCSW license

LSW license

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to provide resource support, counseling, and crisis intervention. Hours may vary based on census and program needs.

The role emphasizes developing care plans, addressing barriers to care, and facilitating communication across care settings to maximize patient and family outcomes in a home-based context.