Hospice Social Worker (PRN) – Compassionate Family Support

Transitions Hospice - Illinois; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company provided equipment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Transitions Hospice - Illinois seeks a Licensed Social Worker to support patients and families in our Ottawa, Streator, Dwight, Kankakee coverage area. You will carry a meaningful caseload and advocate for psychosocial care throughout the hospice journey.

This role emphasizes grief support, community resource coordination, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. PRN as needed, travel locally, and ensure compliant documentation and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensure/certification as required by state.
• Minimum of 2+ years social service experience in health care or social services.
• Hospice/palliative care experience preferred.
• Comfort with grief, loss, and end-of-life conversations.
• Knowledge of community resources and care coordination.
• Excellent documentation and compliance skills.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessments for patients and families.
• Provide ongoing emotional support and counseling throughout the care journey.
• Identify and connect families with community resources and financial assistance.
• Guide families through Advanced Directives with clarity and sensitivity.
• Assist with facility placement for patients when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation at patient residence and in agency records.
• Actively contribute to interdisciplinary team and IDG meetings.
• Participate in on-call duties evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and Medicare regulations.

Skills

Social work

Counseling

Documentation

Communication

Driver's license

Education

MSW (Master’s in Social Work)

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transitions Hospice - Illinois seeks a Licensed Social Worker to support patients and families in our Ottawa, Streator, Dwight, Kankakee coverage area. You will carry a meaningful caseload and advocate for psychosocial care throughout the hospice journey.

This role emphasizes grief support, community resource coordination, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. PRN as needed, travel locally, and ensure compliant documentation and compassionate care.