Hospice Social Worker
Job Description
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? Apply today.
