Hospice Social Worker - MSW

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice$75K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current LICSW or LCSW license preferred.
  • Master's degree in Social Work required.
  • Two or more years of healthcare or hospice experience preferred.
  • Current CPR certification required.
  • Valid driver's license with reliable transportation needed.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills essential.
  • Experience with electronic medical records systems preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychosocial assessments and emotional support for hospice patients and their families.
  • Build trusting relationships while offering counseling and guidance.
  • Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care plans.
  • Participate in IDG meetings for coordinated patient care delivery.
  • Connect patients and families with community resources and support services.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system.
  • Support families through grief and end-of-life planning.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Mileage reimbursement for travel.
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
  • Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on compassionate care.
Full Job Description
Position Details:

  • Main Office location: Lawrence, MA
  • Service Area: Ashland, Framingham, Hopkinton, Lincoln, Marlborough, Natick, Sherborn, Sudbury areas.
  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00

Responsibilities:

  • Provide psychosocial assessments and emotional support to hospice patients and their families throughout the end-of-life journey.
  • Build trusting relationships with patients, families, and caregivers while providing counseling and guidance.
  • Coordinate with the interdisciplinary hospice team, including nurses, physicians, and other clinicians, to support patient care plans.
  • Participate in Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and daily operational briefings to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Connect patients and families with community resources and support services.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system.
  • Communicate patient status updates and psychosocial needs to the clinical team.
  • Support families through grief, adjustment, and end-of-life planning.
  • Follow all patient confidentiality, safety, and infection control protocols.
  • Participate in case reviews, continuing education, and training programs as required.
  • Participate in on-call responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Current LICSW license in the state of practice is preferred. We are able to consider LCSW licenses as well.
  • Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
  • Two or more years of healthcare or hospice experience preferred.
  • Current CPR certification with in-person skills verification.
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and required insurance.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary care team.
  • Ability to travel to patient homes and community settings as needed.
  • Experience with electronic medical records systems preferred (Homecare Homebase experience a plus).

Our Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Professional development and continuing education opportunities
  • Supportive team-oriented environment focused on compassionate patient care

About Enhabit Home Health & Hospice

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice provides home health and hospice services. Their home health services give patients access to care in the comfort of their own homes. They prevent disease and injury management and assist in the recovery from surgery. They provide services that include skilled nurses, speech-language pathologists, medical social workers, therapists, hospice aides, and physical therapists.

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Join Enhabit Home Health & Hospice’s professional team to assist in delivering top-tier home health and hospice services across the nation. This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a company where innovation in patient care meets a commitment to community and employee growth. Transform patient care with your skills and dedication at the intersection of healthcare, leadership, and innovation. Enhabit Home Health & Hospice offers a platform for professionals to lead in their fields, backed by a culture that promotes career advancement and professional development. Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, benefiting from a robust diversity training program that enhances the delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.

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