Medical Social Worker (MSW)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Position: Medical Social Worker
Type: Part-Time
Pay: $30-35 / Hour Per Visit
Location: Edgewood/East Mountains, NM

About Us

At Luna Del Valle Hospice, we are 100% locally owned and operated—created by healthcare professionals who deeply understand the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of our community. Based in Albuquerque, NM, our mission is to provide compassionate, personalized end-of-life care that honors every patient’s dignity and supports their families through one of life’s most profound transitions.

We are currently seeking a Part-Time Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our patient-centered hospice team. If you have a heart for helping others navigate the complexities of end-of-life care and are looking to make a lasting impact in your community, we would love to hear from you.

Position Summary

As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you will provide critical psychosocial support to patients and families, helping them cope with illness, grief, and end-of-life decision-making. You will serve as a vital bridge between the hospice team, the patient, and the community—ensuring that emotional, financial, and resource needs are met with compassion and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Accept and respond to referrals from the interdisciplinary team for patients requiring social work services

Conduct assessments to evaluate patients’ psychological, emotional, social, and economic needs

Plan and provide short-term, goal-oriented counseling and support to patients and their loved ones

Connect patients and families to appropriate community resources and support services

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the Plan of Care and hospice policies

Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and provide psychosocial input to care plans

Make scheduled home visits and participate in on-call rotation as needed

Uphold patient rights and dignity, promote comfort, and support end-of-life transitions with empathy and professionalism

What You Bring

• Education:
  
  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
    
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum 1 year of social work experience, preferably in a healthcare setting
    
• Licensure & Certification:
  Current license to practice as a Social Worker in the state of New Mexico
  
  CPR certification
  
  Valid driver's license with current auto liability insurance
  
• Skills & Qualities:
  Strong interpersonal and counseling skills
  
  Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills
  
  Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and community resources
  
  Ability to work independently in home settings
  
  Professionalism, empathy, and emotional resilience
  

Why Join LDV Hospice?

Make a meaningful, lasting difference in people’s lives

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Low-stress, fulfilling work with flexible part-time schedule

Ongoing training and professional development

Nights and weekends off (unless otherwise requested)

If you’re ready to provide meaningful support to patients and families during life’s most vulnerable moments, we welcome your application.
Apply today and help us bring peace, dignity, and care to those who need it most.
Luna Del Valle Hospice – Where Compassion Meets Care

https://www.ldvhospice.com