Hospice Social Worker — Impactful Care & Benefits

Care Initiatives Hospice - Waterloo; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Care Initiatives Hospice seeks a compassionate Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessment, counseling, and family support across home, long-term care, and hospital settings.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work, ability to travel between locations, and hospice experience is preferred. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, required.
• Hospice or palliative care experience, preferred.
• Two years of verifiable experience as a Social Worker, preferred.
• Current driver's license, automobile liability insurance, and ability to travel between locations.

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

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Care Initiatives Hospice seeks a compassionate Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessment, counseling, and family support across home, long-term care, and hospital settings.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work, ability to travel between locations, and hospice experience is preferred. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.