Hospice Master Medical Social Worker (Master's Level MSW)

Hospice Medical Social Worker (Master's Level License)Emotional support. Resource guidance. Advocacy.Support patients and families through compassionate guidance, emotional support, and meaningful connection during the hospice journey.The Medical Social Worker provides psychosocial support to hospice patients and families receiving care in home or facility settings, helping address emotional, social, and practical needs throughout the course of care.Schedule, Hours & Territory• Standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM• Hamilton County, Marion County, Hendricks County, Montgomery County, Boone County in Indiana• Participation in an on-call rotation may be required with additional compensation providedWhat We Offer• Meaningful role supporting patients and families emotionally and socially• Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration• Additional compensation for on-call participation• Mission-driven hospice environmentBenefits• Medical, dental, and vision coverage• 401(k) with employer match at 100 percent on the first 3% and 50 percent on the next 2%• Health Savings Account eligibility with employer contribution up to $500 for individual coverage and $1,000 for two-person or family coverage• Company-paid Life and AD&D• Voluntary disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity options• Employee Assistance Program, WillPrep, and travel assistance resources• Tuition reimbursement• Paid time off and paid holidays• Mileage reimbursement per company policyKey Responsibilities• Conduct psychosocial assessments• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and families• Assist with advance care planning and coordination of community resources• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings• Document services accurately and timely in the EMR HCHB (Homecare Homebase)• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program preferred.• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) may be accepted with required supervision in accordance with state regulations.• Previous experience in hospice, home health, healthcare, or case management preferred.• Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and community resources.Key Responsibilities• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient and family needs while developing individualized plans of care.• Provide emotional support, counseling, crisis intervention, and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers throughout the hospice journey.• Assist with advance care planning, community resource coordination, financial assistance referrals, and bereavement support.• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and care coordination activities within the electronic medical record (Homecare Homebase).Field Role Requirements• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.• Ability to pass a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening.• Current TB testing in accordance with agency/State policy.• Current CPR certification as required for the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Care Team Hospice