Hospice Social Worker (MSW) — Compassionate Care & Resources

Regional Hospice of Missouri; Lebanon (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Hospice of Missouri seeks an experienced Social Worker (MSW preferred) to join our hospice interdisciplinary team serving the Lebanon, MO area. The ideal candidate lives within a commutable distance to the office and has some medical care experience.

The role involves visiting patients at various settings, performing psychosocial assessments, coordinating community resources, and supporting families through grief.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work preferred; Bachelor's considered.
• Work hours are primarily Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with flexibility for crises.
• Hourly rate; mileage reimbursement; compensation based on years of experience; mileage increased recently.
• Computer skills for charting/EMR; basic use of Word, Excel, Email; smartphone for mileage apps.

Responsibilities

• The Hospice Social Worker visits patients at private homes, SNFs, ALFs, or hospitals.
• Completes psychosocial assessments and documents in the EMR.
• Uses community resources for in-home services and meals on wheels.
• Assists patients, families, and caregivers with death and dying issues; participates in grief support when needed.
• Provides information, completes hospice admission paperwork, and educates patients and families on hospice services.

Skills

Compassionate care

Flexibility with scheduling

EMR / charting

Basic computer skills (Word/Excel/メール)

Education

MSW preferred

BSW considered

Tools

EMR charting

Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Regional Hospice of Missouri seeks an experienced Social Worker (MSW preferred) to join our hospice interdisciplinary team serving the Lebanon, MO area. The ideal candidate lives within a commutable distance to the office and has some medical care experience.

The role involves visiting patients at various settings, performing psychosocial assessments, coordinating community resources, and supporting families through grief.