Hospice Social Worker - Home Care | Flexible Hours

Hospice of the Valley; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Hospice of the Valley is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to patients and families within the interdisciplinary care team. Care delivery occurs primarily in patients' homes or facilities where care is provided.

The role emphasizes counseling, resource coordination, discharge planning, and education to enhance comfort and dignity at the end of life. Collaboration and compassionate communication are essential in this meaningful setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited school; 3–5 years in palliative/hospice care.
• Strong assessment of emotional and social needs; excellent communication.
• Ability to work independently and with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships.
• Creates and maintains comprehensive care plans.
• Provides supportive counseling to patients and families.
• Coordinates transitions and discharge planning.
• Mobilizes community resources.
• Documents timely and accurate records.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Psychosocial assessment

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work

Master's in Social Work

Job description

Hospice of the Valley is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to patients and families within the interdisciplinary care team. Care delivery occurs primarily in patients' homes or facilities where care is provided.

The role emphasizes counseling, resource coordination, discharge planning, and education to enhance comfort and dignity at the end of life. Collaboration and compassionate communication are essential in this meaningful setting.