Hospice Medical Social Worker

Salary Info: $ $36.50/Hourly

Join Our Compassionate Team as a PRN Hospice Social Worker (LMSW)
At
Interim HealthCare
, the nation's first home care company, we are looking for a dedicated
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
to join our team as a
Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) - PRN
. This is an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of terminally ill patients and their families by providing essential emotional support, resources, and counseling during a challenging time. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, particularly those facing end-of-life challenges, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Our Mission:
At Interim HealthCare, we are dedicated to honoring God by enriching human life.

Who We Are
Interim HealthCare has been serving our community for over
46 years
—combining stability, integrity, and a commitment to quality care. Our clinicians thrive in a culture that prioritizes compassion, respect, and amazing patient outcomes. We offer flexibility in career assignments that support your work-life balance, so you can provide the best care while honoring your personal priorities.

Our PRN Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) enjoy some notable benefits:

• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratios where you impact outcomes
• Flexible Assignment, autonomy and work-life balance
• Matching 401K
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Free CEUs

Responsibilities
What You'll Do as a PRN Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW):

• Work under the direction of the Medical Director.
• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments within five (5) calendar days of patient admission and update assessments as needed.
• Provide counseling to patients and families to address mental and emotional challenges, helping reduce barriers to care and improving coping mechanisms.
• Identify cultural or religious needs and integrate them into the interdisciplinary care plan.
• Address anticipatory grief and refer to appropriate resources when necessary.
• Evaluate and address financial or environmental concerns, connecting families to relevant community resources.
• Provide crisis intervention and offer psychosocial support to the patient/family and the interdisciplinary team (IDG).
• Update facility staff on psychosocial progress, especially in short-term inpatient or respite care settings.
• Contribute to the development and review of the IDG care plan, attending scheduled meetings.
• Assist with advance directives, legal, and financial matters, including power of attorney and funeral arrangements.
• Collaborate with the care team, ensuring all members understand the emotional and social aspects of end-of-life care.
• Participate in discharge planning and revise care plans as the patient's status changes.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and consistently meet documentation standards.
• Treat all team members with respect and support their efforts to achieve patient care goals.

This role plays a critical part in providing compassionate support for patients and families navigating the challenges of end-of-life care.

Required Skills
A few must-haves for our PRN Hospice MSW:

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current LMSW certification.
• Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate and empathetic nature in supporting terminally ill patients and families.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Others—Apply Today
Join us in honoring life and providing compassionate care that leaves a lasting legacy. We look forward to hearing from you

Interim HealthCare
is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer
. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.