MSW Hospice Social Worker - Grief & Support Specialist

Great River Health Systems; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Matching retirement programs

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Job summary

Great River Health Systems is seeking a licensed social worker to address the social, emotional, and financial needs of patients and families in home health and hospice settings.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited MSW with 1–3 years of healthcare social work experience, strong communication, and group counseling skills. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, and bereavement support, with occasional weekend coverage and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from CSWE-accredited program.
• At least 1–3 years of Social Work experience in a health care setting.
• Strong communication and listening abilities.
• Knowledge of grief, bereavement, and psychosocial assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients for financial and social needs and determine services required.
• Interview individuals, families, or groups to discuss needs and plan care.
• Communicate with management and interdisciplinary team about concerns.
• Provide bereavement counseling and lead support sessions.
• Refer clients to community resources for services like counseling or debt guidance.
• Complete psychosocial assessments, care plans, and discharge plans for hospice patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening

Counseling

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS)

Job description

Great River Health Systems is seeking a licensed social worker to address the social, emotional, and financial needs of patients and families in home health and hospice settings.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited MSW with 1–3 years of healthcare social work experience, strong communication, and group counseling skills. Responsibilities include assessments, care planning, and bereavement support, with occasional weekend coverage and a valid driver’s license.