Hospice Social Worker: Compassionate Care & Planning

Bridge Home Health & Hospice; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Home Health & Hospice is seeking a qualified Social Worker to deliver psychosocial care within a hospice program in California. You will assess patients and families, participate in care planning, and support interdisciplinary teams to improve quality of life at end of life.

The role requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, at least 1 year of health care or hospice experience, CPR certification, and a valid California driver's license. LCSW is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in health care or hospice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid California Driver’s License with insured vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform required physical tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess the psychosocial status of patients and families; communicate findings to nursing staff.
• Conduct social evaluations and plan interventions; provide crisis intervention.
• Educate interdisciplinary team on cultural needs; assist in advanced directives.
• Maintain clinical records and EMR documentation.
• Coordinate information and referrals with community agencies.
• Participate in care planning and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Autonomy

Organization

Verbal and written communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

CPR certification

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program (CA)

Job description

Bridge Home Health & Hospice is seeking a qualified Social Worker to deliver psychosocial care within a hospice program in California. You will assess patients and families, participate in care planning, and support interdisciplinary teams to improve quality of life at end of life.

The role requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, at least 1 year of health care or hospice experience, CPR certification, and a valid California driver's license. LCSW is preferred.