LMSW Social Worker Hospice

LHC Group; Moraine (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Moraine, OH is seeking a part-time Medical Social Worker for hospice care. This role involves home visits, supporting patients and families, and developing care plans. Candidates must be licensed in Ohio and have a Master's degree. Flexibility in scheduling is offered, with a focus on work-life balance and meaningful patient connections.

Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Flexibility for work-life balance

Holidays & paid time off

Continuing education & career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Social Worker in OH.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and families in understanding social and emotional factors affecting health.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive Plan of Care.
• Function as Bereavement Coordinator.

Skills

Social Work

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Medical Social Worker.

This is a Part-Time position doing Home Visits for Hospice. Candidates must be licensed as a Social Worker in OH, with a Master's degree preferred. 20-28 hrs/week. Flexible schedule - Friday mornings required.

At Caretenders Hospice in Moraine, OH, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people.

We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you:

• Employee wellness programs
• Flexibility for true work-life balance
• Holidays & paid time off
• Continuing education & career growth opportunities
• Company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals

Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Medical Social Worker for hospice provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in understanding social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in developing coping mechanisms.

• Assist patients, significant others, physicians, and healthcare team members to understand social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting health.
• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients.
• Instruct healthcare team members on community resources available to assist patients.
• Function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise bereavement services as needed.
• Establish a bereavement care plan addressing needs up to thirteen months following the patient's death.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited school.
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Additional State-Specific Requirements

• OH: Must be licensed as a Social Worker by the State Board of Social Work.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our benefits: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Caretenders Hospice, part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care across various services, with a shared purpose: It's all about helping people.