Hospice Social Worker MSW, Full Time

Gentiva; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

Job summary

Gentiva in the United States is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (MSW) to provide comprehensive psychosocial support within an interdisciplinary care team. The role includes assessments, care planning, counseling, and guidance for patients and families through the hospice journey.

Ideal candidates hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, possess licensure as required, and have at least 1 year of hospice/healthcare social work experience.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• Current licensure as required by the state of employment.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in healthcare or hospice.
• Knowledge of 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 and cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Boundaries management

Education

Master’s in Social Work (MSW)

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 (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 (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

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)

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