Hospice Social Worker - LCSW or MSW

Phoenix Home Care & Hospice; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Paid Mileage

Medical, Dental & Vision

PTO

401(k) with Company Match

Spousal Insurance

Customized Orientation & Training

Supportive Hospice Team

Job summary

Phoenix Home Care & Hospice is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to provide in-home counseling and support to patients and families in Hutchinson, KS and surrounding areas. The role collaborates with the IDG and coordinates referrals while promoting comfort and quality of life at the end of life.

Qualified candidates hold an MSW or LCSW, with hospice experience preferred and strong communication and teamwork skills to connect patients with needed resources and services.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or LCSW required.
• Hospice experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, dependable, and organized

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and support to patients and families in the home
• Assist with advance directives and community resources
• Participate in the hospice interdisciplinary team (IDG)
• Coordinate referrals and additional support services
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, families, staff, and referral partners

Job description

• Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Hutchinson, KS and surrounding areas

Hospice Social Workers offer care and assistance to individuals in the final stage of life, as well as their families and close ones. Their purpose is to provide emotional and practical support, with the goal of enhancing the well-being of those confronting end-of-life challenges. Hospice social workers collaborate closely with healthcare teams to organize treatments, services, and available resources, ultimately aiming to enhance a patient's overall quality of life.

Requirements

• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) or LCSW required
• Hospice experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional, dependable, and organized

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and support to patients and families in the home
• Assist with advance directives and community resources
• Participate in the hospice interdisciplinary team (IDG)
• Coordinate referrals and additional support services
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, families, staff, and referral partners

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Paid Mileage
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• PTO
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Spousal Insurance
• Customized Orientation & Training
• Supportive Hospice Team

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