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 #J-18808-Ljbffr LilyCare Hospice