Hospice Social Worker, Licensed MSW - Full Time

Gentiva Health Services, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 59,950 - 74,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

Wellness Programs

Education Support & Tuition Assistance

Free CEUs

Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

SouthernCare is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (Licensed MSW) in Kentucky to guide patients and families through the hospice journey with compassionate, holistic care that addresses emotional, social and spiritual well-being.

As a key member of the interdisciplinary team you will assess needs, develop care plans, provide counseling and crisis intervention, educate families about hospice services and advance care planning, and help navigate community resources to support dignity and peace of

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program is required.
• Current state licensure as required by employment state.
• Minimum of 1 year of hospice/healthcare social work experience.
• Knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care.
• Ability to provide empathetic support while maintaining boundaries.
• Strong communication skills and respect for diverse family systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team.
• Provide assessments and care planning based on emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs.
• Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and resource support aligned with each plan of care.
• Work with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and care team members to support well-being.
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies.
• Assist with long-term planning, referrals, and resource navigation as needed.
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes and update the plan of care accordingly.
• Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care.

Skills

Current licensure

1 year experience

Psychosocial dynamics knowledge

Empathetic support

Communication & cultural sensitivity

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Job description

Overview

Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.

If you’re driven by compassion and committed to guiding others through serious illness and loss, we invite you to join our team as a Hospice Social Worker (Licensed MSW).

We believe that holistic care includes emotional, social, and spiritual support. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure patients and families receive the guidance and resources they need to navigate the hospice journey with dignity and peace of mind.

As a Hospice Social Worker (Licensed MSW), You Will:

• Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
• Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
• Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
• Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
• Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care

About You

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• Current licensure as required by the state of employment
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
• Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
• Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
• Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
• Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
• Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
• Bilingual skills

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

Salary Range: $59,950 - $74,940

We Offer

Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

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

Position Type: Full-Time

Company: SouthernCare