Hospice Social Worker - Compassionate Care Navigator

VITAS Healthcare; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ocala, Florida, is seeking an experienced hospice social worker to provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their families. The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Social Work, have at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting, and possess excellent communication skills. This role requires empathy and the ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the comfort and dignity of patients at the end of their life’s journey. The position offers a salary range of $26-$33 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least one year social work experience in a health care setting.
• Experience as a social worker with terminally ill patients and their families.
• Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and logistical support to patients and families.
• Help patients navigate their affairs and offer bereavement support.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Excellent listening and communication skills

Ability to travel per job requirements

Capacity to relate and work well as a team member

Bilingual English/Spanish speaker

Empathy and compassion

Education

Masters of Social Work

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Ocala, Florida, is seeking an experienced hospice social worker to provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their families. The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Social Work, have at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting, and possess excellent communication skills. This role requires empathy and the ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the comfort and dignity of patients at the end of their life’s journey. The position offers a salary range of $26-$33 per hour.