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Hospice Medical Social Worker (LSW/LISW)

Ohio s Hospice Inc
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Newark, Ohio, United States
Bachelor's, Master's

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Are you a compassionate Social Worker who is passionate about supporting patients and families through life's most important moments? Join our hospice team and become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care with dignity, comfort, and respect.

We are seeking a Medical Social Worker to serve patients in Newark, Ohio and surrounding communities. This is a field-based position that combines patient visits in homes and facilities with collaboration among an experienced interdisciplinary care team.

Schedule:

  • Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
  • Weekend and holiday rotation required.
  • This position requires travel between patients homes and facilities located in Newark, Ohio and surrounding areas. 

What You'll Do

As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping patients and families navigate the emotional, social, spiritual, and practical challenges that accompany serious illness and end-of-life care.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for hospice patients and families
  • Provide counseling, emotional support, and crisis intervention as needed
  • Assist families with advance care planning and community resource coordination
  • Address cultural, spiritual, and psychosocial needs unique to each patient and family
  • Support patients and loved ones through anticipatory grief and bereavement processes
  • Collaborate with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other members of the hospice care team
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Advocate for patient and family needs while promoting quality of life and comfort

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work
  • Ohio Social Work license (LSW or LISW)
  • Minimum of one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record
  • State-required automobile insurance coverage
  • Strong computer and documentation skills
  • Ability to travel throughout the service area, including during inclement weather

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
  • Hospice or palliative care experience
  • CHP-SW or ACHP-SW certification
  • CPR certification
  • Notary designation or willingness to obtain within six months of hire

Why Join Us?

We value our team members and invest in their success with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Generous paid time off
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Certification preparation support and incentive pay for hospice certification
  • Dedicated preceptor and onboarding support
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Career advancement and growth pathways

If you are looking for a career where compassion, purpose, and professional excellence come together, we'd love to hear from you.