Social Worker / Hospice

Transitions Hospice; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability insurance (Long & Short‑The

401(k) with company match

Auto Allowance & Gas Card

Company provided equipment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Transitions Hospice is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients and families across Columbus and surrounding areas. You will conduct assessments, coordinate resources, and guide families through advanced directives.

Join an interdisciplinary team that values compassionate care, thorough documentation, and strong communication. This role requires a Master’s in Social Work and state licensure, with local travel required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current state licensure as required (LSW/SSW/LCSW).
• Minimum 2+ years in health care or social services.
• Experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.
• Strong communication and grief support skills.
• Ability to travel locally for patient visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessments.
• Provide ongoing emotional support and counseling.
• Connect families with community resources and financial assistance.
• Guide families through Advanced Directives with clarity.
• Assist with facility placement when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation in patient records.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assist with evening and weekend on-call duties as needed.
• Ensure compliance with laws and Medicare regulations.

Skills

Master’s degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker

2+ years experience

Hospice/palliative care experience

Grief support/communication

Local travel driving

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Social Worker / Hospice

Department: Social Worker

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Columbus, OH

Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 / year

Description

Coverage Area: Columbus and surrounding areas. Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 a year. Schedule: Mon-Fri (8 hour shifts). Be the Steady Hand When Families Need It Most. Hospice care isn't just clinical — it's deeply human. At Transitions Hospice, our Social Workers are the emotional and practical lifeline for patients and families navigating one of life's most complex chapters. From grief support to community resources to advance care planning, you help families find footing when the ground feels uncertain.

We believe that psychosocial care is just as essential as medical care. If you're a licensed social worker who wants to work somewhere that actually lives that belief — this is your place.

What You'll Do and Our Why

As a Transitions Hospice Licensed Social Worker, you'll carry a meaningful caseload and serve as a trusted advocate and counselor for patients and families throughout the hospice journey. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting thorough, compassionate initial psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessments for patients, families, and caregivers
• Providing ongoing emotional support and counseling as a consistent presence throughout the care journey
• Identifying and connecting families with community resources — including financial assistance — to meet practical and emotional needs
• Guiding families through Advanced Directives with clarity and sensitivity
• Assisting with facility placement for patients when appropriate
• Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation at the patient's residence and in agency records
• Actively contributing to interdisciplinary team and IDG meetings to shape holistic care plans
• Participating in on-call duties on evenings and weekends as needed
• Managing caseload while Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures

Why Choose Transitions Hospice? At Transitions, you won't work in isolation — you'll be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team that genuinely depends on your skills and welcomes your voice at the table. We've built a culture where every role, from nurse to chaplain to social worker, is seen as essential to the care we provide. Our people truly are the difference.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

What You Bring

• Master’s degree required. Master’s degree from school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required in states as specified.
• Licensure as required by the State.
• Minimum of 2+ years social service experience in a health care setting or social services agency.
• Experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related healthcare setting preferred
• Deep comfort with grief, loss, and end-of-life conversations
• Strong knowledge of community resources and care coordination
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to compliance
• Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally for patient visits

How We Support You

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Auto Allowance & Gas Card
• Company provided equipment
• Paid Time Off