Social Worker

Overview: Social Worker / MSW, Hospice  Part TimeLocation:  Edison, NJPosition: Social Worker / MSW, Hospice  Part TimeRemote/Virtual Position: No  Coverage Area: St Peter's Hospital plus potential field coverage Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Part Time Social Worker / MSW , Hospice Salary: $30 - $40 / hourSchedule: 20 hours week during the day / 5 shortened days or 2 full days with 1 half day / Tuesday availability is requiredplus on call LSW or LCSW is required  Reimagine Your Career in Hospice  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: Be the Best Hospice Clinical Social Worker You Can BeIf you meet these qualifications, we want to meet youMaster’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 requiredMedicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferredUnless otherwise dictated by the state, at least one (1) year of professional social work experience (post-graduate) in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferredExperience or education in gief counseling preferred.  Discharge planning experience preferred.Responsibilities:   As a Hospice Clinical Social Worker, you will: 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 planningUtilize 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 illnessSupport the bereavement programProvide discharge planning related to change of level-of-care or community placement/location-of-careRequired Certifications and Licensures:Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if requiredMust be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locationsOur 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.   #AC-BSW Posted Salary Range: USD $30.00 - USD $40.00 /Hr.