Social Worker MSW

Heartland Hospice; Northfield (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

FMLA & Disability

HSA Contribution

Mileage Reimbursement

Cell Phone Reimbursement

Short-Term Incentive

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Heartland Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Social Worker (MSW) to serve on an interdisciplinary team, providing psychosocial assessments, counseling, and care planning for patients and families in New Jersey. The role emphasizes grief support, advance care planning, and resource navigation across end-of-life care.

The position requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, current state licensure, and at least 1 year in healthcare or hospice social work, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited program
• Current licensure as required by the state
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in healthcare or hospice
• Knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
• Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
• Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems

Responsibilities

• Serve as psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team and develop assessments and care plans based on emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs
• Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support
• Collaborate with patients, families, and care team to support emotional and social well-being
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
• Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes and update care plans as needed
• Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Boundaries in emotionally intense situ

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited program

State licensure requirement

Job description

Overview

Social Worker - MSW - LSW - FT - Mon-Fri - Dayshift

Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.

If you're driven by compassion and committed to guiding others through serious illness and loss, we invite you to join our team as a Hospice Social Worker (MSW).

As a Hospice Social Worker (MSW), You Will:

• Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team- Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
• Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient's individualized plan of care
• Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
• Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
• Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component.

Salary Range: $84,000 - $90,000

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Program & Resources
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)
• Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement

About You

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• Current licensure as required by the state of employment
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
• Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
• Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
• Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems

Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
• Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
• Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
• Bilingual skills

We Offer

Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Location

Heartland Hospice

Our Company

At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us - from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency Sou

Legalese

This is a safety-sensitive position

Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

We are proud to be an EEO employer

We maintain a drug-free workplace