Hospice Social Worker (PRN) - Lancaster, SC

Patriot Healthcare; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-first culture

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Pay

401(k) Matching

Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Perks at Work

Health Insurance

HSA/FSAs

PTO & Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Patriot Healthcare in Lancaster, SC is seeking a dedicated Hospice Social Worker to coordinate social services for patients and families at the end of life. You will assess needs, provide counseling, connect with community resources, and participate in discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team with nurses, social workers, and volunteers.

Minimum requirements include a Master’s or Bachelor’s in social work and SC licensure (LBSW, LMSW, or LISW-CP), plus at least one year of

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s in social work (CSWE accredited).
• Licensed as LBSW, LMSW, or LISW-CP in South Carolina.
• Minimum of one year social service experience in healthcare, hospice preferred.

Education

MSW or BS in Social Work

Job description

Join our team as a Hospice Social Worker

Are you passionate about helping patients and ensuring they receive quality care? Do you desire to make a meaningful impact in their lives? Join our team and you will be able to provide emotional support to our patients and their love ones when they need it most.

Position Summary

The Hospice Social Worker role is responsible for managing the social service needs of our hospice patients, their families and caregivers. This includes all social service interventions and referrals, including needs assessment, supportive counseling, networking, resource procurement, crisis intervention and discharge planning. You will serve as a part of the interdisciplinary group, attending team conferences and coordinating care with the primary hospice nurses, family members and client services staff and volunteers.

Qualifications

Graduate of a Master’s or Bachelor’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; and is licensed as a LBSW, or LMSW, or LISW-CP by the State of SC. Must have, as a minimum, one (1) year social service experience in a health care setting with knowledge of death, dying, and bereavement. Hospice experience preferred.

Job Type:

PRN to Full-time

Medical Specialty

• Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Why Join Patriot Healthcare?

• A team-first culture that values your expertise and input
• Supportive leadership and clear communication
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Matching to secure your future
• Company Paid Life Insurance with options for additional Life Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement (for qualifying positions)
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• A generous time-off package of 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays to rest and recharge (additional PTO days added with accumulative years of service)
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life