Part Time Hospice Social Worker (MSW)

Silverado; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Silverado in Temecula is seeking a compassionate Social Worker (MSW) to provide emotional support and counseling for patients and families during their hospice journey. The ideal candidate brings expertise in grief and loss counseling and thrives in a mission-driven environment.

This part-time role offers a shift on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with anticipated pay between $35 - $40 USD. Benefits include 401(k) matching, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Documented evidence of training in grief and loss counseling.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working in environments with pets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
• Design and distribute educational materials for families.
• Evaluate the bereavement program quarterly.
• Provide community consultation and education on hospice services.

Skills

Grief and loss counseling

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Join Silverado Hospice Coastal Valleys covering our Temecula Valley and Inland Empire areas and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life‑limiting illnesses through our Hospice services. We’re a certified Great Place to Work and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Social Worker (MSW) – a compassionate and skilled professional who will provide emotional support, counseling, and resource coordination for patients and families during their hospice journey.

Be a Difference‑Maker with a Hospice Care Leader

You bring empathy, strong communication skills, and expertise in grief and loss counseling. You thrive in a mission‑driven environment and are passionate about supporting patients and families through compassionate service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, and document bereavement activities
• Design and distribute educational materials for families receiving bereavement services
• Develop programs on grief and loss for families and staff
• Evaluate the bereavement program quarterly and annually
• Provide community consultation and education on hospice services
• Maintain ongoing education through academic studies and workshops
• Attend in‑services, staff meetings, and case conferences
• Report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager
• Observe and address safety hazards in patient and organizational environments
• Assist the health team in understanding emotional factors related to terminal illness
• Assess suicide risk, mental capacity, and elder/dependent adult abuse
• Aid in advance directives, mortuary arrangements, and financial planning
• Provide information and referrals to community resources and legal entities
• Advise and counsel staff, patients, families, or agencies in emergency situations

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required
• Documented evidence of training in grief and loss counseling
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and reliable transportation
• Comfortable working in environments with pets
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Strong internal mobility

Shift Schedule: Part Time, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Anticipated pay range

$35 - $40 USD

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

EOE/M/F/D/V