PRN Hospice Licensed Social Worker, LMSW

Join Silverado Hospice Austin covering our Austin area, and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services™. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Hospice services. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities. We’re hiring a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW) – a compassionate and skilled professional who provides emotional support, counseling, and resource coordination for patients and families throughout the hospice journey. This role ensures holistic care and helps families navigate the challenges of end-of-life planning with dignity and compassion. Be a Difference-Maker with a Hospice Care Leader You lead with empathy, professionalism, and expertise. You’re a strong communicator who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You’re passionate about supporting patients and families through emotional, social, and practical challenges during end-of-life care. What You’ll Be Doing Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and document bereavement activities Design and distribute educational materials for families receiving bereavement services Develop programs on grief and loss for families and staff Evaluate the bereavement program quarterly and annually Provide community consultation and education on hospice services Maintain ongoing education through academic studies and workshops Attend in-services, staff meetings, and case conferences Report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager Observe and address safety hazards in patient and organizational environments Assist the health team in understanding emotional factors related to terminal illness Assess suicide risk, mental capacity, and elder/dependent adult abuse Aid in advance directives, mortuary arrangements, and financial planning Provide information and referrals to community resources and legal entities Advise and counsel staff, patients, families, or agencies in emergency situations Qualifications Master’s degree in Social Work required Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required Documented evidence of training in grief and loss counseling Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required Must comply with all state and federal driving regulations Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patient locations Comfortable working in an environment with pets Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™ Certified Great Place to Work® Paid training and strong internal mobility Competitive commission and bonus plans Anticipated pay range: $28 USD - $32 USD Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees: 401(k) matching Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance Referral program Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs! * Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. * California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law. To view California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) information, please visit this page: Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable). Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security #J-18808-Ljbffr