A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
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US-FL-PENTHOUSE ID 2026-191313
Line of Business Haven Hospice Position Type Full-Time Overview Office Location:
400 St. Johns Avenue. Palatka, FL 32177 Coverage area:
Palatka & Surrounding Schedule:
M-F 8-5 Haven Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Social Worker to join our team in Palatka, FL . Our Social Worker s provide emotional support, counseling, and resource coordination to patients facing terminal illness. This role plays a key part in the delivery of holistic care and ensures that patients' psychosocial needs are met with dignity and respect . If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! How YOU will benefit Develop deep meaningful relationships during a personal and significant life stage More quality time with patients, allowing for more thoughtful unrushed care Provide holistic, person-centered services Ability to work independently while also having team support Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company Build strong skills in grief counseling and long-term emotional support As a Social Worker You will: Assess psychosocial needs of patients and families Evaluate home safety; assist with alternative care plans when needed Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Educate and assist with advance directives Provide referrals and practical support for patients and families Serve as liaison with community resources and agencies Collaborate with team members to support holistic patient care Support funeral, financial, and legal planning with families Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Mileage reimbursement Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom , SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! • Benefits may vary by employment status Qualifications A graduate of a master's program in social work (MSW) accredited by the Council on Social Work Education OR A graduate of a bachelor's program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Meets personnel qualifications stated in §418.114(b)(3). Minimum of one (1) years' experience in health care, hospice experience preferred. Understands hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying. Experience in a hospice care preferred. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. Current licensure according to Medicare guidelines to practice in state of operation. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
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Special Notice This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
