Weekend Hospice Social Worker

Deercreekseniorliving; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible weekend schedule

Ongoing training

Job summary

Puget Sound Hospice of King County is seeking a Weekend Hospice Social Worker to deliver compassionate psychosocial support in patients' homes on Saturdays and Sundays. You will assess, plan, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and dignity at end of life.

Applicants should hold an MSW with a current WA license, and hospice experience is preferred. This part-time role offers flexibility, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for full-time work in the future.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State Social Work License (LICSW, LASW, LSWAIC, LSWAA) preferred.
• Hospice or palliative care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans for hospice patients in home settings.
• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Educate on hospice services, advance directives, and community resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Weekend Hospice Social WorkerAgency: Puget Sound Hospice of King CountyLocation: King CountyPay: $40-50 an hour, DOESchedule: Sat and Sun, 8 hours each day in patient's homeAre you a compassionate, resourceful Social Worker who believes that quality end-of-life care begins with empathy and support? Join our mission-driven hospice team where your clinical skills and heart for service bring comfort and dignity to patients and their families.What You’ll DoAs a Hospice Social Worker, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate the emotional, social, and practical challenges that come with serious illness and end-of-life care in a home setting.Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans for hospice patients.Provide clinical counseling and emotional support to patients and families, addressing social, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual concerns.Educate patients and families about hospice services, end-of-life planning, advance directives, and community resources.Offer guidance on behavioral health issues and provide crisis intervention when necessary.Advocate for patient needs, ensuring their rights are respected and upheld within the healthcare system.Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to coordinate holistic care and ensure continuity of services.Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards.What You BringWe’re looking for someone who is clinically skilled and passionate about hospice care.Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited programCurrent Washington State Social Work License (LICSW, LASW, LSWAIC,LSWAA)Prior hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferredKnowledge of community resources and end-of-life care planningStrong communication and interpersonal skillsComfortable traveling within Pierce and King CountyWhy Join UsSupportive, mission-focused teamMeaningful, patient-centered workFlexible part-time scheduleMileage reimbursementOngoing training and developmentOpportunities for full-time work in the futureAt the heart of our culture is CAPLICO, a set of core values that guide how we serve patients, support one another, and grow as professionals:C – Customer SecondA – AccountabilityP – Passion for LearningL – Love One AnotherI – Intelligent Risk TakingC – CelebrationO – OwnershipPuget Sound HospiceWebsite: https://pugetsoundhh.com/The Pennant GroupWebsite: https://pennantgroup.com/RecognitionU.S. News & World Report: The Pennant Group was named one of the Top 12 Healthcare Companies to Work For in 2024 by U.S. News & World Report. https://money.usnews.com/careers/companies/health-care-companies-to-work-forJoin us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate hospice care.The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.