Hospice Social Worker - Compassionate Care & Family Support

Blue Ridge Care; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Shift Differentials for Evening andamp

PTO and Paid Volunteer Time

Health, Dental & Vision Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarships

Peer Support & Mentorship

30% Thrift Shop Discount

Growth Opportunities through Strategic

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to support patients, caregivers, and families with emotional and psychosocial needs in home-based end-of-life care. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to craft individualized plans and provide counseling, assessments, and resource coordination at the patient’s bedside.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, meetings with the IDT, and maintaining meticulous EMR documentation while connecting families to community resources and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology; MSW preferred.
• One year of health-care experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and issues related to death and dying.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of patients and caregivers in terminal illness.
• Share findings with RN and IDT to guide the care plan.
• Assess safety and environmental conditions in the home; adjust plans as needed.
• Complete social evaluations and implement coping interventions.
• Provide supportive counseling on stress, illness progression, and end-of-life issues.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in the EMR at bedside.
• Offer guidance on community resources and referrals.
• Liaise with families, hospice team, and community partners.
• Develop relationships with agencies and contribute to resource development.
• Participate in IDT meetings and educate on social factors in care decisions.
• Engage in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Travel ability within Loudoun County

Education

BS in Social Work, Psychology, or Sociology; MSW preferred

1 year health-care experience; hospice experience preferred

Understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life issues

Job description

Blue Ridge Care is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to support patients, caregivers, and families with emotional and psychosocial needs in home-based end-of-life care. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to craft individualized plans and provide counseling, assessments, and resource coordination at the patient’s bedside.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, meetings with the IDT, and maintaining meticulous EMR documentation while connecting families to community resources and