Hospice Social Worker - Compassionate Care & Crisis Support

Luminary Hospice; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminary Hospice seeks a PRN medical social worker to implement care standards and support end-of-life services in Indiana. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs and guide patients and families through difficult times.

Expect strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to manage complex psychosocial scenarios, including advanced directives and community referrals. CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• MSW accredited by CSWE required; BA in social work acceptable with proper qualification.
• Minimum one year health care or hospice experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Must possess and maintain CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status of patients and families and share findings with the care team.
• Counsel patients and families; provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Educate interdisciplinary groups on cultural needs and traditions of patients.
• Maintain clinical records for all patients referred to social work.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

CPR Certification

Education

Master’s in Social Work (MSW) accredited by CSWE

Bachelor’s in Social Work accredited by CSWE

Job description

Luminary Hospice seeks a PRN medical social worker to implement care standards and support end-of-life services in Indiana. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to address psychosocial needs and guide patients and families through difficult times.

Expect strong communication skills, compassion, and the ability to manage complex psychosocial scenarios, including advanced directives and community referrals. CPR certification is required.