Social Worker , Hospice MSW

Overview Social Worker / MSW, Hospice – Dallas, TX. Location: Dallas, TX. Position: Social Worker. Remote/Virtual Position: No. Coverage Area: Dallas and surrounding areas. Full Time, Salary: $50,000 - $80,000, Schedule: Full Time. Qualifications Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work or related field; valid license/registration/permit to practice in state(s) of agency operation if required. Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred. At least one (1) year of professional social work experience (post‑graduate) in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferred. Experience or education in grief counseling preferred. Discharge planning experience preferred. Responsibilities Assist the core members of the pre‑hospice/hospice team in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to the patient's health; establish a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and dignity of each patient. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and in the development and review of the plan of care for all patients. Assess the social, spiritual, and emotional needs/factors to estimate the patient’s and caregivers’ capacity and potential to cope with issues of daily living and with the terminal diagnosis and illness. Prepare the patient to cope with changes and educate the chosen family to support the patient, including education on advance directives/advanced care planning. Utilize all available resources, such as chosen family, hospice, and community agencies, to assist the patient and chosen family in living better within the limitations of the illness. Support the bereavement program. Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care or community placement/location‑of‑care. Required Certifications and Licensures Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required. Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Paid time off and paid holidays. Professional development opportunities. Company‑matching 401(k). Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app. Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees. Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees. And more! Equal Employment Opportunity Statement At AccentCare, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Accentcare Inc