Social Worker - Palliative Care
hace 8 días
New City
Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker (SW) to join our Home-Based Palliative Care Program – Living Well New York, supporting patients and families living with serious, chronic, or life-limiting illnesses. This role involves providing care in patient homes and working closely with an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, person-centered support that improves quality of life and honors patient values. The SW will play a key role in addressing the emotional, social, spiritual, and practical needs of patients and caregivers, guiding them through complex medical decisions and care transitions. If you are a compassionate SW with a calling to support patients and families facing the challenges of serious illness, we want to talk to you. The salary range for this position is $60,000k - $75,000k annually and is commensurate with education, experience and hospice certifications. This is a full-time benefits eligible position. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), a 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing, paid time off (vacation, sick pay, personal days), and additional perks. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This includes a shared weekend rotation on a monthly basis Responsibilities • Conduct assessments for patients receiving palliative care at home, identifying strengths, needs, risks, and goals., • Provide emotional support to patients and families coping with serious illness, grief, and end-of-life issues., • Facilitate discussions around goals of care, advance directives, and end-of-life planning., • Assist patients and caregivers with navigating healthcare systems, including referrals to community resources, financial assistance, long-term care, and home support services., • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing to holistic care planning alongside physicians, nurses, and chaplains., • Advocate for patient and family preferences, ensuring care aligns with their values, culture, and wishes., • Provide crisis intervention and support during acute changes in condition or caregiving challenges., • Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. Qualifications • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program, NYS LMSW required, NYS LCSW preferred., • Experience in palliative care, hospice, home care, or medical social work, preferred but not required., • Demonstrated knowledge of serious illness, grief, bereavement, family dynamics, and community resources., • Strong communication, counseling, and clinical documentation skills., • Ability to work independently in the community and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team., • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits. Preferred Qualifications • Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care Social Work or willingness to obtain., • Bilingual or multilingual abilities a plus., • Experience in advance care planning and facilitating family meetings., • Community-based role involving home visits and in-person meetings at healthcare partner locations., • Be part of an innovative model of care that brings palliative support directly into homes and communities., • Work with a mission-driven, interdisciplinary team committed to dignity, compassion, and patient-centered care., • Competitive salary and benefits package, including mileage reimbursement United Hospice, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This includes a shared weekend rotation on a monthly basis