Hospice Social Worker - PRN

Do You Love What You Do? So Do We. At Star City Hospice , it's an honor to walk alongside our patients, families, and community partners during one of the most important chapters of their journey. We love this work—and we love the people who choose to do it with us. We're growing, and we're looking for compassionate team members who want to make a real impact without feeling overwhelmed or overlooked . If you're craving a team where you're valued , your teammates are happy , and you have time to focus on your patients , you might just belong here.

What We're Offering:

PRN positions available now For PRN - Opportunity to transition to full-time as our caseload grows A work culture where your voice matters A team that supports each other and celebrates each win Why Star City? We don't just say our team matters—we show it. We keep caseloads manageable, communication clear, and support consistent. Because when our team feels seen and supported, patients and families feel the difference . If this sounds like a team you'd be proud to be part of, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and come see the Star City difference for yourself. If you want to work with a team where YOU are valued, your team is happy, and you have time to focus on your patients because you are not overloaded, then Star City may be the place for you. We have PRN positions available with the option to join full time when the caseload allows. We know our team is the most valuable asset we have and we work to ensure everyone feels valued and supported, and in return our patients, families, and care partners feel the Star City difference. If this sounds like a team you would like to join, please apply today!

Job Title:

Medical Social Worker Job Summary:

Medial social services will be provided by a qualified social worker, under the direction of a physician. Social work services will be based on the patient's psychosocial assessment and the patient and family's needs. The social worker will participate in the coordination of care with the Interdisciplinary Group/Team (IDG/IDT) and participate in on-call rotation per the Hospice needs.

Job Qualifications:

Master's Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; or Baccalaureate degree in social work (BSW) from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education; or Baccalaureate degree in psychology, sociology, or other field related to social work and is supervised by a MSW; and has one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; or Baccalaureate degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, is employed by the Hospice before December 2, 2008 and is not required to be supervised by a MSW. Current and valid license as a LMSW or LBSW issued by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Current drivers' license. One year of experience in palliative care or hospice preferred. Working knowledge of community resources. Good interpersonal skills. Demonstrates ability to work with computers. Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in patients' homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort:

Prolonged standing and walking, required. May require occasionally working under stressful conditions providing counseling and education to terminally ill patients and their families.

Essential Functions:

Evaluation:

Assesses and completes the Comprehensive Assessment within five days of the patient's election of hospice care to identify patient and family's psychosocial, financial, environmental and community needs as evidence by POC documentation, clinical records, IDG/IDT meetings and community resource referrals. Assists with advance directives, funeral planning, discharge planning, family counseling and may assist in changes in the level of care as indicated by the patient or family's needs. Uses effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written. Meets mandatory continuing education requirements of the Hospice and licensing board. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements. Provides patient and family/care giver counseling around issues of end-of-life, death, and grief. Promote hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Attends IDG/IDT meetings, participate in the patient care planning process and coordinating and collaborating with the IDG/IDT to promote coordination of patient care. Accepts clinical assignments that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs of the patients. Provides an environment which promotes respect for patients and their privacy and property. Participates in the Hospice's QAPI program. Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency. Follows the Hospice infection control policy. Promotes the Hospice's philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Participates in the Hospice's educational in-service programs as required.

Work Location:

On the road