Hospice Social Worker: Compassionate Care & Grief Support

Shanti Hospice and Palliative Care; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shanti Hospice and Palliative Care in Phoenix, AZ seeks a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to support patients and families throughout the hospice journey. This full-time, on-site role focuses on psychosocial assessments, care planning, and coordinating services to address emotional, social, and financial needs.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide grief counseling, discharge planning, and advocacy for patient rights and preferences, while ensuring timely documentation and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program; state licensure desirable but not required.
• Experience in healthcare or hospice settings with psychosocial support.
• Strong communication, active listening, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and coordinate care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and help develop care plans.
• Coordinate services addressing emotional, social, and financial needs.
• Provide grief counseling and emotional support to families.
• Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in team meetings.
• Connect families with community resources and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Medical Social Work

Social Work

Discharge Planning

Grief Counseling

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Care Coordination

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Shanti Hospice and Palliative Care in Phoenix, AZ seeks a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to support patients and families throughout the hospice journey. This full-time, on-site role focuses on psychosocial assessments, care planning, and coordinating services to address emotional, social, and financial needs.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide grief counseling, discharge planning, and advocacy for patient rights and preferences, while ensuring timely documentation and