Hospice Social Worker (MSW) - PRN

Job overview

The Hospice Social Worker (MSW) - PRN is an onsite role based in Altoona, IA. Compensation is not specified. This role supports the interdisciplinary team at Gentiva Hospice, a national leader in end-of-life care. This position exists to provide psychosocial support, assessments, and care planning for patients and families navigating the hospice journey. The Social Worker ensures that patients receive compassionate, holistic care by coordinating resources and providing emotional guidance.

What you'll do

• 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.
• Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, and chaplains.
• Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies.
• Assist with long-term planning and community referrals.
• Monitor and document psychosocial changes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

day shift

altoona ia

gentiva hospice

social worker

msw

hospice

psychosocial support

end-of-life care

interdisciplinary team

no on-call

weekend required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with Company Match, Career Advancement Opportunities, National & Local Recognition Programs, Teammate Assistance Fund

About the employer

Gentiva Hospice is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.