Hospice Social Worker - Scottsdale / Fountain Hills

The Pennant Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Emblem Hospice in Scottsdale is seeking a Hospice Social Worker to assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, dignified care.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule, mentorship, ongoing education, and opportunities for growth within The Pennant Group's hospice network. We value compassionate professionals and provide competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Hold an active license in social work in the State of Arizona.
• Minimum 1 year in healthcare; hospice experience strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle for community visits.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessments: Evaluate psychosocial status of patients and families related to terminal illness and living environment
• Care Planning: Develop and implement interventions based on thorough evaluations
• Counseling & Support: Guide patients and caregivers through stress, coping challenges, and end of life issues
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical records for all referred patients
• Resource Navigation: Provide referrals and serve as a liaison with community agencies
• Team Collaboration: Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and regular team meetings
• Advocacy: Help physicians and team members understand social and emotional factors impacting care
• Quality Improvement: Actively contribute to performance improvement initiatives
• Flexibility: Perform additional duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor

Skills

Counseling

Teamwork

Advocacy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program

Job description

Join a Team That Puts YOU First!

At Emblem Hospice, we do things differently. Our philosophy is simple: our team comes first. When you feel supported, empowered, and valued, you deliver the kind of care that changes lives. That’s why we invest in your growth from day one, through mentorship, ongoing education, and a culture that encourages intelligent risk-taking and innovation. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want a career that grows with you, Emblem is the place to be! This is a full-time position offering a Monday-Friday schedule, providing service throughout the Scottsdale and Fountain Hills areas.

Your Skills. Their Peace. Our Shared Purpose.

As the Hospice Social Worker, you are the bridge between patients, families, and the resources they need. You’ll assess psychosocial needs, provide counseling, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure every patient receives holistic, dignified care.

Our Commitment to You Impact:

Your work will bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families.

Collaboration:

Join a team of experienced professionals that value your expertise.

Growth:

Access ongoing training, certifications, and advancement opportunities to grow your career.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and mileage reimbursement

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessments: Evaluate psychosocial status of patients and families related to terminal illness and living environment


• Care Planning: Develop and implement interventions based on thorough evaluations


• Counseling & Support: Guide patients and caregivers through stress, coping challenges, and end of life issues


• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely clinical records for all referred patients


• Resource Navigation: Provide referrals and serve as a liaison with community agencies


• Team Collaboration: Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and regular team meetings


• Advocacy: Help physicians and team members understand social and emotional factors impacting care


• Quality Improvement: Actively contribute to performance improvement initiatives


• Flexibility: Perform additional duties as delegated by the Clinical Supervisor

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program


• Hold an active license in social work in the State of Arizona


• Minimum 1 year in healthcare; hospice experience strongly preferred


• Deep understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care


• Current CPR certification required


• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle for community visits

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

Emblem Healthcare is comprised of people who are committed to serving others. We understand that home health and hospice services are a benefit that is not ours, but yours. We’re here to serve you and your family in a way that is life changing. It is our privilege to walk this journey with you. We call Chandler, AZ home; however, we service all of Maricopa County, having satellite offices in multiple locations.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.