Hospice Social Worker — Flexible Hours & Growth

Legacy Hospice; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive interdisciplinary team environment

Job summary

A compassionate hospice organization is seeking a PRN Hospice Social Worker in Cape Girardeau, MO. In this role, you will provide crucial psychosocial support to patients and their families dealing with terminal diagnoses. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, offering counseling, and assisting with important decisions like advance directives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and at least one year of relevant experience. Join our mission-driven team to make a meaningful impact in end-of-life care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) is required.
• Master's degree (MSW) or LCSW is strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of social work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients and caregivers.
• Provide counseling to patients and families regarding emotional stress.
• Assist with advance directives and funeral arrangements.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of end-of-life care

Organizational skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

A compassionate hospice organization is seeking a PRN Hospice Social Worker in Cape Girardeau, MO. In this role, you will provide crucial psychosocial support to patients and their families dealing with terminal diagnoses. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, offering counseling, and assisting with important decisions like advance directives. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and at least one year of relevant experience. Join our mission-driven team to make a meaningful impact in end-of-life care.