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Social Worker, Licensed MSW - Full Time
Career Insights for Family / School / General Social Worker
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What they do
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.
$64,825 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
- Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team
- Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
- Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient's individualized plan of care
- Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
- Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
- Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
- Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
- Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care About You Qualifications -
What You'll Bring:
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
- Current licensure as required by the state of employment
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
- Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
- Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
- Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):
- 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
- Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
- Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
- Bilingual skills We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares?