Social Worker MSW

Overview Support 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). 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), You Will: Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component. Salary Range: $70,490 to $88,115 Full-Time Employee Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Wellness Program & Resources 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles) Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles) Tuition Reimbursement About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program Current licensure as required by the state of employment Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems Preferred Qualifications (Not Required): 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training Bilingual skills We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr Gentiva