What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Social Worker position at Vitality Hospice?
Hospice Social Worker ( LSW) – Join a Team that Makes a Difference
Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday | On-call rotation (as needed)
About Us
At Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care, our mission is simple — to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to every patient and family we serve. We believe hospice is not about giving up hope; it's about changing what we hope for — quality of life, meaningful moments, and compassionate care.
If you're a dedicated Social Worker who wants to make a lasting difference in people's lives during one of life's most important journeys, we invite you to join our compassionate, high-performing team.
What You'll Do
As a Hospice Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients and families through emotional, social, and practical challenges that come with serious illness. You will:
- Provide emotional and psychosocial support to patients and families in their homes, facilities, or care settings.
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized care plans as part of the interdisciplinary team.
- Guide families through end-of-life planning, grief resources, and community support options.
- Advocate for patient wishes and help navigate complex systems, including insurance, advanced directives, and long-term care planning.
- Participate in team meetings to coordinate holistic care with nurses, aides, chaplains, and volunteers.
- Offer bereavement and grief support when needed.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay with mileage reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible scheduling for work-life balance
- Supportive leadership that values your voice and professional growth
- Continuing education opportunities to help you advance your career
What You'll Bring
- Current LSW (required)
- Hospice or healthcare experience preferred, but compassionate professionals from other settings are welcome to apply
- Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills
- A heart for serving patients and families at a meaningful time in their lives
Why Vitality?
We are more than a hospice company — we are a community of caregivers dedicated to walking beside our patients and families. You'll join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and compassion, and where your work has visible, immediate impact every day.
Apply today and discover how fulfilling hospice social work can be — where every day you make a difference that truly matters.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $67,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
- Year-end and situational performance-based bonuses
- Company-sponsored team appreciation events
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral program
- TapCheck: Pay-on-demand (access earned wages anytime)
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Work Location: In the Community – Patient Residences (Travel Required)
Salary : $67,000 - $80,000