Hospice Social Worker (LICSW/LMSW) - PRN CT

Constellation Health Services; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Constellation Health is seeking a PRN LICSW or LMSW to join our hospice team covering Milford-Orange-New Haven, CT. The role requires state licensure and is suitable for newly licensed graduates.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, patient and family education on advance directives, and care plan development within an interdisciplinary team. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• MSW or BSocW degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Must hold state licensure to practice social work in the relevant state.
• Home care/hospice experience preferred or required by role.
• CPR certification current and maintained.
• Licensed driver with reliable, insured vehicle per state/organization requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial status of patients and families in relation to terminal illness and environment and report findings to the care team.
• Conduct social evaluations including family dynamics, caregiver abilities, and risk factors; provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Educate the care team about cultural needs, family roles, and any traditions or taboos.
• Maintain clinical records for all patients referred to social work.
• Educate patients and families on advance directives and assist with planning.
• Provide information and referral services for patients and families to community resources.
• Serve as liaison between patients/families and community agencies; collaborate with organization staff.
• Develop and review individualized care plans with patient/family input; participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Assist physicians and team in understanding social and emotional factors affecting health and end-of-life decisions.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and performance improvement teams.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization skills

Crisis intervention

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

BSW CSWE-accredited

Job description

Constellation Health is seeking a PRN LICSW or LMSW to join our hospice team covering Milford-Orange-New Haven, CT. The role requires state licensure and is suitable for newly licensed graduates.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, patient and family education on advance directives, and care plan development within an interdisciplinary team. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.