Hospice Social Worker (LCSW) - Compassionate Care Leader

FALCON HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnolia Hospice in Austin, TX is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to provide comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families throughout the end-of-life journey. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with the hospice team to deliver holistic care.

The role emphasizes compassion, crisis intervention, advance care planning, bereavement support, and advocacy to ensure patient dignity while navigating regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current and valid state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent.
• Driver’s license and proof of current auto liability insurance; no listing on the OIG Excluded Provider Listing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, chaplains, volunteers) to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in regular team meetings to discuss patient care and update care plans as necessary.
• Identify and connect patients and families with community resources, support groups, and services such as financial assistance, legal aid, and bereavement support.
• Assist with advance care planning, including the completion of advance directives and other legal documents.
• Advocate for the needs and wishes of patients and families within the hospice team and with external agencies.
• Ensure that patients’ rights and dignity are maintained throughout the care process.
• Provide bereavement counseling and support to family members before and after the patient’s death.
• Facilitate support groups and educational sessions on grief and loss.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient interactions and interventions in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to social work and hospice care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Supervision

Regulatory inquiries

Time management

Emotional resilience

Interpersonal communication

Basic math

End-of-life care

Crisis counseling

Office equipment

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work

Job description

Magnolia Hospice in Austin, TX is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to provide comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families throughout the end-of-life journey. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with the hospice team to deliver holistic care.

The role emphasizes compassion, crisis intervention, advance care planning, bereavement support, and advocacy to ensure patient dignity while navigating regulatory requirements.