Social Worker / MSW, Hospice Part Time

Accentcare Inc; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Wellness offerings

Company store credit for branded scrubs

Job summary

Accentcare Inc is looking for a PRN Hospice / Home Health Social Worker in Estes Park, CO. As a Social Worker / MSW I, you will assist with hospice and home health patients, ensuring their emotional and social needs are met during this critical period.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Social Work and is licensed in Colorado. Responsibilities include participating in interdisciplinary teams, conducting assessments, and preparing patients and families for end-of-life care decisions.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of professional social work experience in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferred.
• Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred.
• Licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.

Responsibilities

• Support core members of the hospice team for patient care.
• Assess social, spiritual, and emotional factors for patient planning.
• Prepare patients and families for coping with illness.

Skills

Licensed in Colorado as LSW or LCSW

Grief counseling

Discharge planning

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Social Worker / MSW I, Hospice / Home Health

Location: Loveland, CO (office - location)

Position: Social Worker / MSW I

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: Estes Park / Lyons, CO & surrounding areas

Would need support for Hospice and Home Health patients in this role

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a PRN Hospice / Home Health Social Worker

Salary: $35 - $45 / hour

Schedule: PRN as needed with support after hours / on call / holidays

Must be licensed in the state of CO as an LSW or LCSW

Be the Best Hospice Clinical Social Worker You Can Be

If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!

• Master’s Degree from accredited school of Social Work or related field; Valid license/registration of permit to practice in state(s) of agency operation if required
• Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred
• Unless otherwise dictated by the state, at least one (1) year of professional social work experience (post‑graduate) in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferred
• Experience or education in grief counseling preferred
• Discharge planning experience preferred

Responsibilities:

• Assist the core members of the pre‑hospice/hospice team in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to the patient's health, to establish a plan of care which fosters the personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and dignity of each patient.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and in the development and review of the plan of care for all patients.
• Assess the social, spiritual, and emotional needs/factors in order to estimate the patient’s and involved caregiver’s capacity and potential to cope with the problems of daily living and with the terminal diagnosis and illness.
• Prepare the patient to cope with the changes and the chosen family to support the patient including education on advance directives/advanced care planning.
• Utilize all available resources, such as chosen family, hospice, and community agencies, to assist the patient and chosen family to live better within the limitations of the illness.
• Support the bereavement program.
• Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care or community placement/location‑of‑care.

Required Certifications and Licensures

• Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations

Our Investment in You

Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose‑driven workplace where you feel supported, and that means prioritizing your physical, financial and mental well‑being.

Our Benefits Include

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!

Why AccentCare

Come As You Are

At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.