Social Worker (Master of Social Work)

Suncrest Hospice; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

144 PTO per year

Monthly bonus opportunities

Mileage & Cell Phone reimbursement

Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, EP

401k with employer match

No on-call obligations

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Brighton/Suncrest Hospice seeks an experienced Social Worker to provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients and families within the interdisciplinary hospice team. You will advocate, assess needs, and help navigate end-of-life care with empathy and sensitivity.

Requirements include a Master of Social Work, CHAP compliance, and ability to educate on resources; we offer salary $70,000-$85,000, 144 PTO days per year, monthly bonuses, mileage and cell phone reimbursement, and

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work degree compliant with CHAP and state regulations.
• Assess patients’ and families’ psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and socioeconomic needs.
• Counsel patients and families with emotional support, crisis intervention, and guidance.
• Educate patients and families about available community resources and connect them with appropriate programs.
• Advocate for patients and families to identify barriers to care and develop solutions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Advocate for patient-centered care within the hospice team.
• Coordinate resources and referrals to community programs.
• Document care plans accurately and timely.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work

Job description

At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice, we're more than a hospice provider—we're a compassionate team on a mission to change the expectation of hospice care in our communities. Our rapid growth is driven by one simple belief exceptional patient care starts by investing in our people.
We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP)-certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you!

• Salary $70,000-85,000
• 144 PTO per calendar year
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Mileage & Cell Phone reimbursement
• Medical, HSA, Dental, Vision, Life, EAP
• 401k plan with employer match and immediate 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
• No on-call obligations
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

Brighton/Suncrest is dedicated to providing exceptional care and service through a compassionate, supportive team that values communication, integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth.
Our Hospice Social Workers provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients, families, referring source and team members as they navigate the emotional, social, and practical challenges of serious illness and end-of-life care. You will serve as an advocate, resource, and trusted member of the interdisciplinary hospice team, helping patients and families receive the support they need throughout their hospice journey.

• Master of Social Work degree that complies with CHAP and state of residence regulations.
• Assess patients’ and families’ psychosocial, emotional, spiritual, and socioeconomic needs and incorporate findings into the individualized plan of care.
• Counsel patients and families while providing emotional support, crisis intervention, and guidance as they navigate illness, loss, grief, and significant life transitions.
• Educate patients and families about available community resources and connect them with appropriate programs, services, and support.
• Advocate for patients and families to identify barriers to care and the hospice team to develop appropriate solutions to ensure their needs, preferences, values, and goals are heard and addressed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, facility staff, and other members of the care team.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in accordance with hospice standards and regulatory requirements.