Hospice Medical Social Worker (31407)

Job Details

Job Location: Grand Rapids Hospice - Grand Rapids, MI 49504Position Type: Part Time

The Care Team: The care you deserve and the support you need.

Join our growing team! The Care Team Hospice is seeking a Part-Time Medical Social Worker to serve patients in Grand Rapids, MI, and the surrounding areas. We specialize in providing compassionate Home Care and Hospice services in both homes and facilities. If you’re looking for a meaningful and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.

Why Join The Care Team?

• Engaging company culture

• Competitive compensation and excellent benefits

• 401k with company match

• Opportunities for growth through training and supportive leadership

• Independence, autonomy, and flexibility

• Innovation with industry-leading systems and technology

Key Responsibilities

As a Hospice Social Worker, you will provide a wide range of social work services to patients and families, including emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial support. You will play an integral role on the Hospice IDG (Interdisciplinary Group) by:

• Performing initial assessments and assisting in care plan development

• Conducting ongoing reassessments and providing counseling as needed

• Offering short-term crisis intervention and family counseling

• Supporting patients and families through issues of death and dying

• Serving as an advocate for the patient/family unit

• Participating in bereavement services and community outreach

• Coordinating with community agencies and referral sources

• Documenting visits, assessments, and interventions clearly and on time

Additional Expectations

• Attend staff meetings, IDG conferences, and trainings as assigned

• Participate in orientation and ongoing professional development

• Adhere to Hospice policies and maintain professional standards

• Exhibit the Hospice philosophy in all interactions and care delivery

• Complete clinical notes for all services provided within 48 hours

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Requirements
• Master's degree in social work (MSW) from an accredited program
• Active Pennsylvania master's-level social work license (LMSW or LCSW)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check & MVR check; TB Testing per agency policy
• Hospice or healthcare social work experience preferred
• Strong communication, counseling, and crisis-intervention skills
• Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team
• Compassion and professionalism when supporting patients and families at end-of-life