Hospice Social Worker, Licensed MSW - Full Time

Gentiva Hospice; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospice care is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (MSW) to join their compassionate team. This role focuses on providing vital psychosocial support to patients and their families during challenging times. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work and experience in healthcare or hospice settings. The company values professional growth, offering comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401k plans, and tuition reimbursement. Join a dedicated team making a meaningful impact on lives every day.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Mileage Reimbursement

Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program

Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School.
• One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial support to patient/family based on assessments.
• Utilize professional training and judgment in monitoring psychosocial needs.

Skills

Psychosocial Support

Crisis Intervention

Knowledge of Terminal Illness

Sensitivity to Life and Death Issues

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Our Company

Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.

Overview

We are looking for a Licensed Social Worker (MSW) to join our team in Fishers, IN.

The Social Worker (MSW) is that member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary function is to provide psychosocial support to the patient/family unit based on an assessment that identifies the needs, goals, interventions and services indicated accordance with the established plan of care and to utilize professional training and personal judgment in monitoring the psychosocial assessment process.

About You

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School
• Licensure as required by the state in which the hospice is located
• One year experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare and/or hospice setting is required; three to five years preferred
• Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with Understanding of hospice and the psychosocial dynamics of illness, loss, and death; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues face by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support Others at a time of crisis; ability to cope with the stress of repeated loss

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Development Opportunities

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Gentiva Hospice