Hospice Social Worker – LCSW (Home Services)

Carle Health; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an experienced Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team. The role involves short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and helping access community resources to support patient goals.

The position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, documentation in EMR, and addressing barriers to care while upholding palliative care principles and family-centered planning.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• LCSW and LSW licensure in Illinois.
• Driver’s License and Proof of Auto Insurance required.
• Hospice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Develop bereavement plan of care addressing family needs.
• Communicate patient/family faith and cultural traditions.
• Educate patients and families to overcome barriers and meet needs.
• Document assessments and social work interventions in EMR.
• Collaborate with IDT and coordinate referrals for community resources.

Skills

LCSW

LSW

Driver's License

Proof of Auto Insurance

Education

Master's Degree: Social Work

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an experienced Home Services Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team. The role involves short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and helping access community resources to support patient goals.

The position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, documentation in EMR, and addressing barriers to care while upholding palliative care principles and family-centered planning.