Hospice Social Worker

Hospice Social Worker

LilyCare Hospice is a community-based hospice serving patients and families across New Jersey. We are hiring a part-time Hospice Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary team and help shape end-of-life care from the ground up. We are looking for someone to join us part-time, with an opportunity to work full‑time as well.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (PPO plan)
• Company‑paid long‑term disability coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate
• Direct access to clinical leadership — no layers between you and decisions
• 401(k) retirement plan

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the Hospice Social Worker for patients and families on your caseload — assess psychosocial needs and build the social work portion of the individualized plan of care
• Provide counseling and support to patients, families, and caregivers, including anticipatory grief and bereavement follow‑up
• Evaluate insurance coverage and financial need, and connect families to community resources and benefits programs
• Participate in IDG meetings and keep the interdisciplinary team current on psychosocial changes
• Complete timely, accurate EMR documentation and support volunteer and staff orientation

Compensation and Schedule

The Hospice Social Worker role pays $36 - $42/hour based on experience. Full‑time, Monday–Friday day schedule. Territory is northern New Jersey, based out of Florham Park, NJ.

Skills and Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
• Current New Jersey LSW or LCSW license issued by the State Board of Social Work Examiners
• One year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; hospice, home health, or geriatric experience preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Ready to make an impact as our next Hospice Social Worker?