Hospice Social Worker (MSW): Guide Care & Families

Gentiva; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k match

PTO

FMLA & ADA leaves

Short/Long Term Disability

HSA Contribution

Mileage or Fleet Car Program

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Short Term Incentive

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (MSW) in the United States. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, counseling, and resource navigation within an interdisciplinary hospice team.

The candidate should hold an MSW and current licensure, with at least 1 year of healthcare or hospice experience. The position emphasizes compassionate end-of-life support, education for families, and ethical care standards.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program.
• Current licensure as required by state of employment.
• Minimum 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 while maintaining boundaries.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MSW

Current licensure

Healthcare experience

Empathy

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Gentiva is seeking a Hospice Social Worker (MSW) in the United States. The role focuses on psychosocial assessment, counseling, and resource navigation within an interdisciplinary hospice team.

The candidate should hold an MSW and current licensure, with at least 1 year of healthcare or hospice experience. The position emphasizes compassionate end-of-life support, education for families, and ethical care standards.