LMSW Hospice Social Worker — Field-Based (Dallas/DFW)

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care in Dallas/Fort Worth is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker to provide psychosocial care within the hospice team. This role emphasizes patient and family support, care planning, and compassionate guidance aligned with patient goals.

You will collaborate with nursing, medical and spiritual care staff, participate in IDG meetings, coordinate bereavement services, and support 24/7 on-call coverage in a field-based schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current active license as LMSW/LCSW/LSW with supervisory eligibility.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred; ACHP-SW/CHP-SW/APH-SW-C preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare Conditions of Participation for hospice.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments, counseling, and support to patients and families facing terminal illness, grief, and end-of-life decisions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and update individualized care plans.
• Assist patients and families with resource identification, financial navigation, advance directives, and long-term planning.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and care conferences to ensure holistic, team-based care.
• Document all services provided in the electronic medical record accurately and timely, in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory standards.
• Offer crisis intervention and support during acute emotional or practical challenges.
• Support bereavement services, including family outreach, counseling, and coordination with the Bereavement Coordinator.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Documentation skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Cultural sensitivity

Self-directed work

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

Active LMSW/LCSW/LSW license

Eligible to supervise

Tools

EMR systems

Clinical documentation

Job description

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care in Dallas/Fort Worth is seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker to provide psychosocial care within the hospice team. This role emphasizes patient and family support, care planning, and compassionate guidance aligned with patient goals.

You will collaborate with nursing, medical and spiritual care staff, participate in IDG meetings, coordinate bereavement services, and support 24/7 on-call coverage in a field-based schedule.