Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) — Field-Based, FT/PT

LilyCare; Bedford (NH); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation and benefits

Orientation and ongoing training

Résumé du poste

LilyCare Hospice in Bedford, NH is hiring a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join the interdisciplinary team. This field-based role visits patients at homes and facilities throughout New Hampshire, providing psychosocial support to families navigating end-of-life care.

Requirements include MSW from CSWE-accredited program and NH LICSW license, with at least two years of geriatric experience; hospice/palliative care preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program is required.
• Active New Hampshire LICSW license is required.
• Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population.
• Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers at all levels.
• Comfortable navigating difficult family dynamics and grief reactions with professionalism and empathy.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to patient homes and facilities throughout the service area.

Responsabilités

• Complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families and contribute to the Plan of Care.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers, including during periods of grief, conflict, or crisis.
• Evaluate insurance coverage and financial needs and connect families with community resources and assistance programs.
• Participate in IDT meetings and keep the team updated on psychosocial changes and care plan adjustments.
• Make referrals to community agencies and coordinate services as needed.
• Support bereavement follow-up services for families after a patient's death.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all visits and services.
• Assist with training and orientation of volunteers and staff, and support special programs such as support groups as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Formation

MSW (CSWE-accredited program)

Description du poste

LilyCare Hospice in Bedford, NH is hiring a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join the interdisciplinary team. This field-based role visits patients at homes and facilities throughout New Hampshire, providing psychosocial support to families navigating end-of-life care.

Requirements include MSW from CSWE-accredited program and NH LICSW license, with at least two years of geriatric experience; hospice/palliative care preferred.