MSW Social Worker

AdvisaCare; Gaylord (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 is seeking a compassionate Medical Social Worker (MSW) to support patients with life-limiting illnesses across Gaylord, Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Traverse City and nearby communities. This role offers flexible part-time/per diem Scheduling in home health and hospice settings.

Join a dedicated hospice team where you’ll conduct psychosocial assessments, collaborate with clinicians, provide bereavement support, and advocate for patients and families while maintaining thorough documentation.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited school.
• One year of experience in Home Health Care preferred.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License, car insurance and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

MSW degree from CSWE-accredited program

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