Hospice Social Worker

Job overview

The Hospice Social Worker role is onsite in Sun City, AZ. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive compensation and benefits package. Ovation Hospice describes its mission as providing compassionate end-of-life care that honors patients’ and families’ dignity, wishes, and needs. The social worker provides psychosocial and resource support to patients and families navigating terminal illness. The role contributes to holistic care through assessments, individualized care planning, counseling, crisis intervention, resource assistance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and compliant documentation.

What you'll do

• Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments of patients and families
• develop individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team
• provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention
• assist with advance directives, funeral planning, and community resources
• participate in team meetings and care planning
• maintain timely documentation
• ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and agency standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

hospice social worker

full-time

sun city az

ovation hospice

end-of-life care

psychosocial assessments

supportive counseling

crisis intervention

care planning

community resources

interdisciplinary team

msw required

healthcare social work

hospice experience preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting mentions a competitive compensation and benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Why this role

A master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program is required. Colorado LCSW or equivalent state licensure is preferred; the posting also requires at least one year of healthcare social work experience, with hospice experience strongly preferred.

About the employer

Ovation Hospice of Phoenix is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.