Hospice Social Worker

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement with company match

Wellness programs

5+ weeks PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health, is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to support patients and families on their end-of-life journey in Manatee County. You will provide psychosocial support, coordinate care with the IDG, and assist with Medicare/Medicaid resources and advance directives.

Minimum one year of healthcare social work experience is required; Florida licensure or eligibility within 90 days of hire is needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting (internships may qualify).
• Florida licenses or license eligible (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, RMFTI etc.) within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family needs related to coping, mental health, financial resources, and caregiver support.
• Provide individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and manage patient care plans.
• Assist with financial resources, Medicare/Medicaid, and long-term care planning.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and participate in IDG meetings.
• Support patients and families with advance directives and memorial planning.
• Educate the community on hospice care.

Skills

Social Work

Job description

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing comfort and dignity. Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey. This role provides psychosocial support, care coordination, and resource assistance to ensure comfort and dignity for those we serve in Manatee County. Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect.

What you'll Do

• Assess patient and family needs related to coping, mental health, financial resources, and caregiver support.
• Provide individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and manage patient care plans.
• Assist with financial resources, Medicare/Medicaid, and long‑term care planning.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and participate in IDG meetings.
• Support patients and families with advance directives and memorial planning.
• Educate the community on hospice care.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission‑driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Education & Experience: Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting (internships may qualify).
• Licensure: Must hold one of the following Florida licenses or License eligible (Registered Intern) within 90 days of hire: Social Work (LCSW) or Social Work (RCSWI) Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Mental Health Counselor (RMHCI) Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFTI)
• For field‑based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion.
• Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.
• Bilingual preferred

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.

Empath Health is a not‑for‑profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.

Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity.

Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.

At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

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We were founded more than 45 years ago with a transformative belief: that people should have a say in their healthcare.

What started as a volunteer movement has transformed into an integrated network composed of thousands of colleagues and volunteers serving tens of thousands of individuals each day.

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Whether you're into hands‑on patient care or more the Excel formula type, we've got a place for you on Team Empath.

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