MSW Social Worker

AdvisaCare; Charlevoix (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Medical benefits Available

Ability to earn PTO

Flexible Scheduling

Excellent Pay

Employee Appreciation program

Rewarding Work Environment

24/7 staffing support

Job summary

AdvisaCare Home Health & Hospice is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families facing life-limiting illness. This role offers flexible part-time/per diem opportunities in northern Michigan communities, with emphasis on dignity, comfort, and patient-centered care.

You will assess psychosocial needs, collaborate with the care team, and provide bereavement and counseling support to families as part of a dedicated hospice program.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from CSWE-accredited program.
• At least 1 year in Home Health Care (preferred).
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial psychosocial, emotional, spiritual and bereavement assessments and help develop care plans.
• Provide care under physician direction and participate in IDT conferences.
• Document visits, calls and referrals accurately in patient records.
• Conduct reassessments and provide counseling as required.
• Provide crisis intervention and family counseling when indicated.
• Advocate for patient/family within the care team.
• Develop and maintain community referrals to promote interagency cooperation.
• Offer ongoing counseling related to death and dying as needed.
• Participate in Bereavement Team as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate care

Bereavement support

Family communication

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

Job description

Spring Into Meaningful Work

We’re Hiring a Medical Social Worker (MSW)!

Ready to grow your career while making a real difference?
Join AdvisaCare Home Health & Hospice and be part of something truly meaningful this season.

As an MSW, you’ll enjoy:
Supporting patients and families through life’s most important moments
Providing compassionate care in a one-on-one setting
Being part of a dedicated, supportive hospice team
Flexible part-time/per diem opportunities
Making an impact in your local community

We’re looking for a compassionate, driven Medical Social Worker (MSW) who is passionate about enhancing the lives of patients with life-limiting illnesses.

Serving Gaylord, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Traverse City and surrounding areas

If you feel called to make a difference in the hospice journey, we’d love to welcome you to our family.

Care that truly matters starts with you.

• MSW degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• One year of experience in Home Health Care preferred
• Hospice experience preferred
• Valid Driver's License, car insurance and reliable transportation

Job Duties:

• Performs initial psychosocial, emotional, spiritual and bereavement assessments and assists in the development and implementation of goal-directed care plans
• Provides care under the direction of a physician. Participates in IDT conferences observing, assessing and bringing information regarding psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, physical and financial conditions affecting the patient and family.
• Documents all patient/family visits, telephone contacts and referral actions timely, accurately and concisely in the patient record.
• Conducts reassessments of patient/family needs and counseling as required.
• Provides crisis intervention and individual or family counseling when indicated.
• Plays an active role as a care advocate for the patient/family unit.
• Develops and maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation and to facilitate related referrals.
• Provides ongoing counseling related to issues of death and dying to the patient and family as needed.
• Participates as a member of the Bereavement Team as assigned.
• Adheres to all Hospice policies.

• 401K Retirement Plan
• Medical benefits Available
• Ability to earn PTO
• Flexible Scheduling
• Excellent Pay
• Employee Appreciation program
• Rewarding Work Environment
• 24/7 staffing support