Hospice Social Worker – Family & Community Support

Carle Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating with the care team to provide comprehensive support. The role involves assessing emotional and environmental factors, developing bereavement plans, and facilitating access to community resources.

Responsibilities include timely documentation in the EMR, respecting patient beliefs, and guiding families through difficult life care decisions within a palliative framework.

Qualifications

• Licensed social worker required with LCSW or LSW licensure.
• Master’s degree in Social Work required; hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify needs.
• Develop bereavement plans of care addressing family caregiver needs.
• Educate patients and families; coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Document assessments and social work interventions in the EMR.

Skills

LCSW license (IDFPR)

Driver's license

Proof of auto insurance

LSW license (IDFPR)

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work (Required)

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating with the care team to provide comprehensive support. The role involves assessing emotional and environmental factors, developing bereavement plans, and facilitating access to community resources.

Responsibilities include timely documentation in the EMR, respecting patient beliefs, and guiding families through difficult life care decisions within a palliative framework.