Master of Social Work (Fulltime) Houston,TX
Love what you do & Love where you work! Join New Age Hospice and start your New Beginning TODAY!
Full time-Onsite, Houston, Texas
Position Summary:
The Hospice MSW provides compassionate psychosocial support to patients and families facing end‑of‑life needs. This role delivers clinical social work services, facilitates care planning, ensures regulatory compliance, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to holistically support quality of life and patient/family goals.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct psychosocial assessments for hospice patients and caregivers.
• Develop individualized care plans addressing emotional, social, and resource‑related needs.
• Provide counseling, anticipatory grief support, and crisis intervention.
• Assist families with community resources, long‑term care placement, and advance care planning.
• Participate in IDT meetings and contribute to ongoing care coordination.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, state hospice regulations, and organizational standards.
• Document timely and accurately according to regulatory and agency requirements.
• Support bereavement program activities as assigned.
• Educate patients/families on hospice philosophy and available supportive services.
Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Current state licensure (LMSW/LCSW) according to state regulations.
• Minimum 1 year of social work experience in hospice, home health, palliative care, or related setting preferred.
• Clinical assessment skills and proficiency in crisis management.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork abilities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Competencies:
• Empathy and patient‑centered care
• Cultural competence
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving
• Ability to manage emotional and sensitive situations
• Collaboration within interdisciplinary hospice teams
• Able to travel and accommodate home‑based hospice visits within assigned geographic region.
Benefits:
- Hiring Immediately
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
- Multiple Major Medical Plans to choose from AND Spousal Insurance.
- 13 PTO days
- 401k with matching
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employment recognition programs
- Great culture!