Hospice Social Worker

Society for Social Work and Research; Bedford (NH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Orientation and ongoing training

Supportive interdisciplinary team

Job summary

LilyCare Hospice in Bedford, NH seeks a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) for field-based work with terminally ill patients and families. The role supports the interdisciplinary team, conducts psychosocial assessments, and helps navigate emotional and practical challenges of end-of-life care.

Requirements include an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and active NH LICSW license, with strong communication and geriatric care experience. Full-time or part-time positions available.

Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program is required.
• Active NH LICSW license required.
• Minimum two years of geriatric care experience.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and caregivers.
• Evaluate insurance coverage and connect families to resources.
• Participate in IDT meetings and document visits.
• Support bereavement services and coordinate referrals.
• Maintain timely documentation and assist with training.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Professionalism

Team collaboration

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited program

NH LICSW license

Job description

Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) – Full-Time or Part-Time

Location: Bedford, New Hampshire

LilyCare Hospice is a growing community-based hospice providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in their homes and facilities across New Hampshire. We are hiring a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is open to full-time or part-time candidates.

About the Role

As a Hospice Social Worker, you'll be a core member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), providing psychosocial support to terminally ill patients and their families. You'll help patients and families navigate the emotional, practical, and financial realities of end-of-life care while working closely with nurses, chaplains, aides, and physicians. This is a field-based role visiting patients where they live.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families and contribute to the Plan of Care
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers, including during periods of grief, conflict, or crisis
• Evaluate insurance coverage and financial needs and connect families with community resources and assistance programs
• Participate in IDT meetings and keep the team updated on psychosocial changes and care plan adjustments
• Make referrals to community agencies and coordinate services as needed
• Support bereavement follow-up services for families after a patient's death
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all visits and services
• Assist with training and orientation of volunteers and staff, and support special programs such as support groups as needed
• Participate in quality improvement activities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program required
• Active New Hampshire LICSW license required
• Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population
• Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers at all levels
• Comfortable navigating difficult family dynamics and grief reactions with professionalism and empathy
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to patient homes and facilities throughout the service area

Why LilyCare

• Full-time or part-time schedules available
• Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
• Orientation and ongoing training in hospice philosophy and practice
• Competitive compensation and benefits for eligible employees
• Meaningful work with a mission-driven, growing organization
• Location: 9 Cedarwood Dr, Bedford, NH 03110, USA, Bedford, New Hampshire

Qualifications

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program required

Active New Hampshire LICSW license required

Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population

Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred