What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Social Worker (Hospice) - PRN position at Continuum Hospice?
Overview
Are you a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who believes compassionate care can change lives? At Continuum Hospice, we’re looking for a patient-centered professional to join our team.
As a Licensed Medical Social Worker (MSW) with us, your primary responsibility will be delivering exceptional social work services to our hospice patients and their families. You'll provide counseling and guidance to support their emotional well-being and coping capacity. Your efforts will make a profound difference in their lives during challenging times.
Schedule: Per Diem, Two Days per Week 16 Hours
Coverage Area: Santa Cruz (Must be willing to travel to Monterey and San Benito Counties as needed for patient care)
Who we are:
At Continuum Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Continuum Hospice, we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
Responsibilities
- Be a Supportive Guide: Assess and communicate psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary group.
- Connect Hearts and Homes: Evaluate medical needs, home situations, financial resources, and community support.
- Provide Individualized Care Advocacy: Implement personalized social work plans and collaborate with your Bereavement Coordinator.
- Be part of a United Team Effort: Shape care plans, attend interdisciplinary meetings, and address psychosocial stresses.
- Provide Counseling with Compassion: Provide empathetic counseling to patients and families.
Qualifications
Education
- Required: Master of Social Work from an accredited school of social work
License Requirements
- Required: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work
- Required: Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle
Experience
- Preferred: Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a hospice setting
- Required: Minimum one (1) year experience as a social worker in a healthcare setting; long term care or medical surgical/acute care setting preferred
Additional State-Specific Requirements:
CA: Current unencumbered license as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work CA: Possess and maintains current CPR certification
$51.00 - $55.00 per hour (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.
Salary : $51 - $55