Hospice Social Worker - Impactful Counseling & Balance

Day City Hospice – an Addus family company; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Day City Hospice is seeking a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to hospice patients and families in Dayton, Ohio and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, counseling, and coordinating resources while maintaining documentation consistent with individualized plans of care. A Bachelor's in Social Work and Ohio licensure are required, with a Master’s preferred; travel and valid driver’s license are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work required (Master's degree preferred)
• Current Ohio Social Work Licensure required (LSW, LISW, or LPSW-S)
• Minimum of 1 year of healthcare or hospice experience
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely psychosocial assessments of patients and families/caregivers
• Develop and support individualized care plans based on patient needs
• Provide counseling to patients, families, and staff related to stress and coping challenges
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with care plans
• Assist with applications for SSI, Medicaid, Hospice benefits, and waiver programs
• Coordinate community resources including social, health, pharmaceutical, and welfare services
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, caregivers, and community agencies
• Deliver exceptional service to patients, referral sources, and interdisciplinary team members

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Day City Hospice is seeking a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to hospice patients and families in Dayton, Ohio and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, counseling, and coordinating resources while maintaining documentation consistent with individualized plans of care. A Bachelor's in Social Work and Ohio licensure are required, with a Master’s preferred; travel and valid driver’s license are expected.