Hospice Social Worker: Compassionate End-of-Life Support

Vitas Healthcare Corporation; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Vitas Healthcare Corporation is looking for a dedicated Hospice Social Worker based in West Palm Beach, Florida. In this full-time role, you will provide vital emotional and logistical support to hospice patients and their families, ensuring they navigate this challenging time with compassion and dignity.

Qualifications include a Master's degree in social work and at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers competitive compensation along with benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• At least one year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Knowledge of psychosocial issues related to terminally ill patients.
• Capacity to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
• Offer counseling and crisis intervention services.
• Educate patients and families about illness progression.

Skills

Emotional support

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Advocacy

Empathy

Education

Masters of Social Work

Licensure as required by State

Job description

Vitas Healthcare Corporation is looking for a dedicated Hospice Social Worker based in West Palm Beach, Florida. In this full-time role, you will provide vital emotional and logistical support to hospice patients and their families, ensuring they navigate this challenging time with compassion and dignity.

Qualifications include a Master's degree in social work and at least one year of experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers competitive compensation along with benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.