Hospice Social Worker: Family Support & Care Coordination

Carle Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess patients and families, identify psychosocial needs, and coordinate resources within an interdisciplinary team. The role includes bereavement planning and education to support patients and caregivers through illness and transition.

Candidates should have an MSW and hospice experience, with flexible hours based on census and program needs. The position emphasizes compassionate care, patient advocacy, and engagement with families in

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Hospice work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families to identify emotional, social, and environmental needs related to diagnosis and treatment.
• Develops a bereavement plan of care addressing family needs.
• Interprets and communicates patient/family beliefs and how they impact care.
• Educates patients and families to overcome barriers and tailor learning.
• Documents assessments and interventions in the EMR.
• Collaborates with the IDT to develop and modify social work plans of care.

Skills

LCSW

Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

LSW

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

Hospice work experience

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Home Services Social Worker to assess patients and families, identify psychosocial needs, and coordinate resources within an interdisciplinary team. The role includes bereavement planning and education to support patients and caregivers through illness and transition.

Candidates should have an MSW and hospice experience, with flexible hours based on census and program needs. The position emphasizes compassionate care, patient advocacy, and engagement with families in