Social Worker Ankeny IA

St. Croix Hospice; Ankeny, West Des Moines (IA, IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a compassionate Social Worker in Ankeny, IA to support patients and families as part of the care team.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide counseling, and coordinate resources while collaborating with clinicians and community partners. Strong licensure and driving capability are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work required.
• Current Social Work license in practicing state(s).
• Background, consumer report, and drug test clearance required.
• Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and provide planning support.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify safety or support needs.
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention to patients and families.
• Coordinate bereavement activities and follow-up for at-risk individuals.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and maintain accurate documentation.
• Coordinate liaison with community agencies and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Bereavement support

HIPAA compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Licensed in the state of practice (LBSW/LMSW/LICSW)

Tools

Documentation

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Ankeny, IA 50021, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: 100%, At St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care.

At St. Croix Hospice, the Social Worker is an essential member of the patient care team, providing compassionate emotional and practical support to patients and their families in alignment with each individual’s Plan of Care. In this role, the Social Worker meets with patients and their loved ones, collaborates closely with the clinical team, and connects families with appropriate community resources and services.

If you're a compassionate Social Worker who values meaningful patient connections and autonomy in your practice, we’d love to meet you.

Qualifications: Social Worker Requirements & Core Responsibilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in social work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Current Social Work licensed in the state(s) of practice
• Three (3) licensure levels:
  • Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
• Ability to pass background, consumer report, and drug test.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, identify safety or support needs, and provide resources, referrals, and care planning support for patients and families.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support, including follow up for at risk individuals and coordination of bereavement activities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, maintain accurate documentation, support cultural and end of life needs, liaise with community agencies, and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance

Social Worker Benefits & Schedule:

• Schedule: M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm, Full-time position.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.