Hospice Care Specialist

3 days ago


Zeeland, Michigan, United States Hospice of Holland Full time
Hospice Social Worker Job Description

Job Summary:

The Hospice Social Worker is a critical member of our interdisciplinary team, providing essential support to patients and their families navigating end-of-life care. This role requires a compassionate and skilled professional to deliver high-quality social services, ensuring the best possible experience for our patients and their loved ones.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Admission and Transfer Process: Complete the admission and transfer process with patients and families, explaining hospice services and insurance benefits, and ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Counseling and Education: Provide counseling and education to patients and families on the psychological, emotional, and social aspects of death and dying, promoting informed decision-making and emotional well-being.
  • Resource Identification and Utilization: Assist patients and families in identifying and accessing necessary resources to meet their environmental, financial, legal, or psychological needs.
  • Documentation and Charting: Maintain accurate, professional, and timely documentation of all patient and family interactions and activities.

Qualifications:

  • Education and Licensure: Master's degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education-accredited program, with current Michigan Social Work licensure as a clinical social worker.
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Clinical Judgment and Independence: Sound clinical judgment and ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
  • End-of-Life Care Experience: Knowledge of and/or experience with end-of-life care, with a commitment to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.

About Hospice of Holland:

Hospice of Holland is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to patients and their families. We are committed to delivering the highest quality of life, with dignity and respect, and we seek a skilled and compassionate Hospice Social Worker to join our team.



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