Hospice Social Worker — Bereavement & Family Support

Carle Health; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health's Home Services Social Worker identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessments, linking to resources and short term counseling. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support palliative care and hospice services in the home.

The position requires hospice experience (1+ year) and an MSW with licensure in social work. A sign-on bonus is offered to eligible applicants and the team values compassionate, culturally aware care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work and professional licensure as LSW/LCSW.
• Hospice experience of 1+ year is required.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Develop bereavement plans and coordinate resources.
• Document assessments and interventions in the EMR.
• Provide education to patients/families and support care decisions.

Skills

Psychosocial assessments

Bereavement planning

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

MSW

LSW license

LCSW license

Job description

Carle Health's Home Services Social Worker identifies psychosocial needs of patients and families through assessments, linking to resources and short term counseling. This role collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support palliative care and hospice services in the home.

The position requires hospice experience (1+ year) and an MSW with licensure in social work. A sign-on bonus is offered to eligible applicants and the team values compassionate, culturally aware care.