Hospice Social Worker (LCSW) – Compassionate Care & Support (PRN)

FALCON HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ExcelaCare Hospice in Big Spring, TX is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (PRN) to deliver comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with the hospice team for holistic care.

The role involves emotional support, counseling, crisis intervention, and helping families access community resources, advance care planning, and bereavement services. Travel to patient homes and adherence to hospice policies are required.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's or doctoral degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 1 year social work experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related healthcare setting is preferred.
• License/Certification: Current and valid state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent; driver’s license and proof of 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.
• Assist patients and families in understanding and coping with emotional, social, and practical aspects of terminal illness.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on psychosocial assessments.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Provide bereavement counseling and support to family members before and after the patient’s death.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions in accordance with policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Advanced interpersonal communication

Crisis intervention and counseling

Supervisory ability

End-of-life knowledge

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Social Work

Job description

ExcelaCare Hospice in Big Spring, TX is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (PRN) to deliver comprehensive psychosocial support to patients and families. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with the hospice team for holistic care.

The role involves emotional support, counseling, crisis intervention, and helping families access community resources, advance care planning, and bereavement services. Travel to patient homes and adherence to hospice policies are required.