Hospice Social Worker- Per Visit

Vitality Hospice and Palliative Care; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Vitality Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker (MSW) to provide emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families in home and care settings. You will assess needs, develop care plans, and advocate for patient wishes within an interdisciplinary team.

Join a mission-driven team offering comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth. This Per Diem role involves community travel to patient residences.

Qualifications

• Current MSW degree required.
• Hospice or healthcare experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families in homes, facilities, or care settings.
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Guide families through end-of-life planning, grief resources, and community support options.
• Advocate for patient wishes and help navigate complex systems, including insurance and long-term care planning.
• Participate in team meetings to coordinate holistic care with nurses, aides, chaplains, and volunteers.
• Offer bereavement and grief support when needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem-solving

Advocacy

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Job description

Hospice Social Worker ( MSW) – Join a Team that Makes a Difference

Schedule: Per Visit
About Us

At Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care, our mission is simple — to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to every patient and family we serve. We believe hospice is not about giving up hope; it’s about changing what we hope for — quality of life, meaningful moments, and compassionate care.

If you’re a dedicated Social Worker who wants to make a lasting difference in people’s lives during one of life’s most important journeys, we invite you to join our compassionate, high-performing team.

What You’ll Do

As a Hospice Social Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients and families through emotional, social, and practical challenges that come with serious illness. You will:

• Provide emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families in their homes, facilities, or care settings.
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Guide families through end-of-life planning, grief resources, and community support options.
• Advocate for patient wishes and help navigate complex systems, including insurance, advanced directives, and long-term care planning.
• Participate in team meetings to coordinate holistic care with nurses, aides, chaplains, and volunteers.
• Offer bereavement and grief support when needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
• Supportive leadership that values your voice and professional growth
• Continuing education opportunities to help you advance your career

What You’ll Bring

• Current MSW (required)
• Hospice or healthcare experience preferred, but compassionate professionals from other settings are welcome to apply
• Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
• A heart for serving patients and families at a meaningful time in their lives

Why Vitality?

We are more than a hospice company — we are a community of caregivers dedicated to walking beside our patients and families. You’ll join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and compassion, and where your work has visible, immediate impact every day.

and discover how fulfilling hospice social work can be — where every day you make a difference that truly matters.

Job Type: Per Diem

• Company-matching 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Year-end and situational performance-based bonuses
• Company-sponsored team appreciation events
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral program
• TapCheck: Pay-on-demand (access earned wages anytime)
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Work Location: In the Community – Patient Residences (Travel Required)