Social Worker MSW , Hospice Part Time

AccentCare; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

AccentCare in Washington, DC is seeking a part-time Social Worker / MSW I to support hospice patients at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. The role is on-site, with a schedule of M/W/F 8am-5pm and pay ranging from $30.00 to $46.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's in Social Work, be licensed to practice, and have 1–2 years of healthcare social work experience, with preferred expertise in Medicare/Medicaid, discharge planning, and grief counseling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work with licensure to practice in the relevant state.
• Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred.
• At least 1 year of post-graduate social work experience in healthcare; 2+ years preferred.
• Grief counseling experience preferred.
• Discharge planning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist core pre-hospice/hospice team in addressing social, spiritual, and emotional factors to plan care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team and care plan development.
• Assess social, spiritual, and emotional needs of patient and caregiver capacity.
• Prepare patient for coping and educate family on advance directives.
• Utilize resources to support patient and family within illness limits.
• Support the bereavement program.
• Provide discharge planning for care level change or location.

Skills

Discharge planning

Social work experience

gief counseling

Licensed driver

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker

Job description

Overview

Social Worker / MSW , Hospice

Location: Washington DC

Position: Social Worker / MSW I

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Salary: $30.00 - $46.00/Hr.

Schedule: Part Time - MWF 8am - 5pm

Reimagine Your Career in Hospice

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Full-Time Hospice Social Worker

Caring for others is more than what you do - it's who you are. At AccentCare, you'll join a purpose-driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You'll belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other; a team committed to consistently providing exceptional care.

We're proud to be named one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek - a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, so does the community of care we're building together.

Offer Based On Years of Experience

What You Need to Know

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 gief 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, a 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.