Hospice Social Worker

Hospice Social WorkerSupport Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.If you're driven by compassion and committed to guiding others through serious illness and loss, we invite you to join our team as a Hospice Social Worker (MSW or BSW).We believe that holistic care includes emotional, social, and spiritual support. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you'll help ensure patients and families receive the guidance and resources they need to navigate the hospice journey with dignity and peace of mind.As a Hospice Social Worker (MSW or BSW), You Will:Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care teamProvide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and familiesDeliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient's individualized plan of careWork closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unitEducate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategiesAssist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when neededMonitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriateUphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life careAbout YouQualifications – What You'll Bring:Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (MSW or BSW) from a CSWE-accredited programCurrent licensure as required by the state of employmentMinimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice settingKnowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life careAbility to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situationsStrong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systemsPreferred Qualifications (Not Required):3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcareExperience supporting terminally ill patients and their familiesAdvanced grief counseling or palliative care trainingBilingual skillsWe OfferBenefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):Competitive Pay401(k) with Company MatchCareer Advancement OpportunitiesNational & Local Recognition ProgramsTeammate Assistance FundAdditional Full-Time Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision InsuranceMileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle ProgramGenerous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid HolidaysWellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)Education Support & Tuition AssistanceFree Continuing Education Units (CEUs)Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)Ready to Join a Team That Cares?Apply today and bring your heart and your clinical expertise to a team that values whole-person care.LegaleseThis is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplaceLocationGentivaOur CompanyAt Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New BeaconPalliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative CareHome health care: Heartland Home HealthAdvanced illness management: Illumia HealthWith corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.