Hospice Social Worker II: Compassionate Care & Growth

Care-Initiatives-Hospice---Cedar-Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet pay

Job summary

Care Initiatives Hospice is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to provide holistic psychosocial support to patients and families in home, long-term care, assisted living, or hospital settings. You will document care plans and collaborate with the care team to improve quality of life.

Requires an MSW with LMSW license, travel between regional locations, and a valid driver's license. Hospice or palliative care experience is preferred and total tenure of two years is desirable.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from an accredited program with LMSW license.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.
• Two years of verifiable social work experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between locations within the region.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ psychosocial needs and complete social histories.
• Document care plans, progress, and follow-up per regulations.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to residents and families.
• Support patients and families with adjustment, rights, and orientation.
• Coordinate referrals and liaise with community resources.
• Partner with the care team to enhance quality of life and outcomes.
• Plan and support patient, family, and community engagement activities.
• Promote facility programs and services to referral partners.

Skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

MSW degree

LMSW license

Job description

Care Initiatives Hospice is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to provide holistic psychosocial support to patients and families in home, long-term care, assisted living, or hospital settings. You will document care plans and collaborate with the care team to improve quality of life.

Requires an MSW with LMSW license, travel between regional locations, and a valid driver's license. Hospice or palliative care experience is preferred and total tenure of two years is desirable.