{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b03e1f19082b8b40e77a0813","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b03e1f19082b8b40e77a0813","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b03e1f19082b8b40e77a0813","title":"Hospice Social Worker","description":"Company:\nCompassus\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Hospice Social Worker is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Social Worker provides preventive, educational, and evaluative and treatment services to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, to help them improve, restore, and maintain their maximum level of coping. S/he utilizes community resources and the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to aid in this process.\n\nPosition Specific Responsibilities\nExplains hospice services and Medicare benefits to patients and families; obtains Informed Consent and Election of Benefits documents as requested.\nSubmits appropriate documentation and paperwork to facilities at the completion of patient visits; documentation is completed and submitted timely according to company policy.\nParticipates as a member of the IDT, including development and implementation of the plan of care.\nProvides psycho-social support and counseling services to the patient and family; supports the involvement of external counseling resources commensurate with patient/family needs and scope of practice.\nAssists in identifying the need for intervention of other IDT members.\nEffectively communicates patient and family needs to IDT.\nCollaborates with IDT to coordinate psycho-social care and support for the patient and family to ensure appropriateness, continuity, and quality of care.\nMaintains updated, comprehensive care plans which reflect current problems, goals and interventions for patients.\nMaintains respect for the family's environment and belief systems, and remains nondiscriminatory regarding age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, and other personal matters.\nCompletes initial and ongoing psycho-social assessments for patients; identifies and addresses concerns/issues related to financial means, insurance, living arrangements/placement for long-term care, caregiver stressors, pre-bereavement and anticipatory grief, and community resource needs.\nFacilitates placement in long-term care as warranted and monitors adjustment.\nParticipates in care planning meetings at long-term care facilities.\nSupports and facilitates advance planning including living will/POA documents, funeral arrangements, memorial services, and body/organ donation.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nEducation and/or Experience\nRequired - Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other field related to social work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting required; and licensure if required by state rules. Will require supervisory oversight by MSW for hospice patient care planning and counseling needs.\nPreferred - Master's degree in Social Work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred; and licensure if required by state rules.\nOne (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting with Bachelors Degree\n\nSkills\nMathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.\nLanguage Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.\nOther Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.\n\nState Specific Requirements\nAlabama\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nArizona\nIf independent counseling needed, license required but not mandatory for hospice.\n\nCalifornia\nIf independent counseling needed, license required but not mandatory for hospice.\n\nFlorida\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW or LCSW.\n\nGeorgia\nBSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required but must be supervised by MSW; OR if MSW, must have license if it has been (1) year since graduation.\n\nIllinois\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nIndiana\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nKansas\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nKentucky\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nLouisiana\nMSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required; AND current valid licensure as a SW in the state (LMSW).\n\nMaine\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMassachusetts\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMichigan\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMississippi\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMissouri\nBSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required but must be supervised by MSW.\n\nMontana\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nNew Hampshire\nIf independent counseling for clinical social work needed, LCSW required.\n\nNew Jersey\nLicensure required to practice social work; LMSW or LCSW.\n\nNew Mexico\nLicensure required to practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW.\n\nOhio\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nOklahoma\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nSouth Carolina\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nTexas\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nVirginia\nIf independent counseling for clinical social work needed, LCSW required.\n\nWest Virginia\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nWisconsin\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW or LCSW.\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.\n\nAt Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.\n#LI-MM1\nBuild a Rewarding Career with Compassus\nAt Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.\nYour Career Journey Matters\nWe’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.\nThe Compassus Advantage\n\nMeaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.\nCareer Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.\nInnovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.\nEnhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.\nRecognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.\nA Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.\nReady to Join?\nAt Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.","company":"Compassus","rawCompany":"compassus","city":"Flowood","state":"MS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:53:59.302Z","occupations":[{"code":"21-1022.00","title":"Healthcare Social Workers","slug":"healthcare-social-workers"},{"code":"21-1023.00","title":"Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers","slug":"mental-health-and-substance-abuse-social-workers"},{"code":"21-1029.00","title":"Social Workers, All Other","slug":"social-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"624190","title":"Other Individual and Family Services","slug":"other-individual-and-family-services"},{"code":"624120","title":"Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities","slug":"services-for-the-elderly-and-persons-with-disabilities"},{"code":"621610","title":"Home Health Care Services","slug":"home-health-care-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Hospice Social Worker","description":"Company:\nCompassus\n\nPosition Summary\nThe Hospice Social Worker is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Social Worker provides preventive, educational, and evaluative and treatment services to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and their families, to help them improve, restore, and maintain their maximum level of coping. S/he utilizes community resources and the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to aid in this process.\n\nPosition Specific Responsibilities\nExplains hospice services and Medicare benefits to patients and families; obtains Informed Consent and Election of Benefits documents as requested.\nSubmits appropriate documentation and paperwork to facilities at the completion of patient visits; documentation is completed and submitted timely according to company policy.\nParticipates as a member of the IDT, including development and implementation of the plan of care.\nProvides psycho-social support and counseling services to the patient and family; supports the involvement of external counseling resources commensurate with patient/family needs and scope of practice.\nAssists in identifying the need for intervention of other IDT members.\nEffectively communicates patient and family needs to IDT.\nCollaborates with IDT to coordinate psycho-social care and support for the patient and family to ensure appropriateness, continuity, and quality of care.\nMaintains updated, comprehensive care plans which reflect current problems, goals and interventions for patients.\nMaintains respect for the family's environment and belief systems, and remains nondiscriminatory regarding age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, and other personal matters.\nCompletes initial and ongoing psycho-social assessments for patients; identifies and addresses concerns/issues related to financial means, insurance, living arrangements/placement for long-term care, caregiver stressors, pre-bereavement and anticipatory grief, and community resource needs.\nFacilitates placement in long-term care as warranted and monitors adjustment.\nParticipates in care planning meetings at long-term care facilities.\nSupports and facilitates advance planning including living will/POA documents, funeral arrangements, memorial services, and body/organ donation.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\n\nEducation and/or Experience\nRequired - Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or other field related to social work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting required; and licensure if required by state rules. Will require supervisory oversight by MSW for hospice patient care planning and counseling needs.\nPreferred - Master's degree in Social Work with one (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting highly preferred; and licensure if required by state rules.\nOne (1) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting with Bachelors Degree\n\nSkills\nMathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.\nLanguage Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.\nOther Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.\n\nState Specific Requirements\nAlabama\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nArizona\nIf independent counseling needed, license required but not mandatory for hospice.\n\nCalifornia\nIf independent counseling needed, license required but not mandatory for hospice.\n\nFlorida\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW or LCSW.\n\nGeorgia\nBSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required but must be supervised by MSW; OR if MSW, must have license if it has been (1) year since graduation.\n\nIllinois\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nIndiana\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nKansas\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nKentucky\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nLouisiana\nMSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required; AND current valid licensure as a SW in the state (LMSW).\n\nMaine\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMassachusetts\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMichigan\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMississippi\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nMissouri\nBSW from an accredited school of social work is minimum education required but must be supervised by MSW.\n\nMontana\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nNew Hampshire\nIf independent counseling for clinical social work needed, LCSW required.\n\nNew Jersey\nLicensure required to practice social work; LMSW or LCSW.\n\nNew Mexico\nLicensure required to practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW.\n\nOhio\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nOklahoma\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nSouth Carolina\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nTexas\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nVirginia\nIf independent counseling for clinical social work needed, LCSW required.\n\nWest Virginia\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW, LMSW, LCSW, or LICSW.\n\nWisconsin\nLicensure required to be titled \"social worker\" or practice social work; LBSW or LCSW.\n\nPhysical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.\n\nAt Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.\n#LI-MM1\nBuild a Rewarding Career with Compassus\nAt Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.\nYour Career Journey Matters\nWe’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.\nThe Compassus Advantage\n\nMeaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.\nCareer Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.\nInnovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.\nEnhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.\nRecognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.\nA Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.\nReady to Join?\nAt Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. 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