Medical Social Work - Full Time Salary

Description

At LoveWell Hospice, our mission is simple: Making Moments Matter by Loving Our Patients and Families Well.

We are committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care that honors the dignity, comfort, and unique needs of every individual we serve.

Job Summary

The Social Worker is responsible for providing coordinated care in the home setting for hospice patients. This role conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments, provides counseling and emotional support, identifies patient and family needs, and facilitates referrals to appropriate community resources. The Social Worker works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic care that supports the emotional, social, financial, and environmental well-being of patients and their families.

Essential Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patients' and families' emotional, social, financial, environmental, and community resource needs.
Provide counseling, support, advocacy, and resource referrals based on assessed needs and the established plan of care.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
Attend and actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient care conferences.
Utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills to promote positive outcomes for patients, families, and team members.
Maintain compliance with all mandatory continuing education requirements and applicable licensing standards.
Demonstrate ongoing professional growth by maintaining current knowledge of public and private assistance programs, eligibility requirements, and community resources.
Promote and uphold the agency's mission, values, philosophy, and policies to ensure the highest quality of care.
Accept and perform clinical assignments consistent with education, licensure, training, and demonstrated competency.

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

Compassion and empathy for patients, families, and fellow team members.
Trustworthiness and the ability to build meaningful relationships with patients, caregivers, and colleagues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a calm, respectful, and professional demeanor.
Integrity and honesty in every interaction.
Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic healthcare environment.
A collaborative, team-first mindset and willingness to support others when needed.
A servant-hearted approach focused on helping patients, families, and coworkers succeed.
Accountability, reliability, humility, and professionalism.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented perspective.
A positive attitude and commitment to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees, including:

Competitive Compensation
Mileage Reimbursement
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance Options
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions

Why Join LoveWell Hospice?

At LoveWell Hospice, you will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families during some of life's most important moments. If you are passionate about serving others and committed to providing exceptional hospice care, we invite you to join us in Making Moments Matter by Loving Our Patients and Families Well.

Qualifications

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Job Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program approved by the state.

Licensure

Current Texas Social Work licensure/certification in good standing, as required by state regulations.
Valid Texas Driver's License.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in hospice.

Skills

Working knowledge of community resources and support services available to patients and families.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, healthcare professionals, and community partners.
Excellent organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment.

Transportation

Reliable transportation for travel to patient homes and other assigned locations.
Current automobile liability insurance meeting state requirements.