Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,100.00 - $74,600.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National recognition programs
Local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Fleet vehicle program
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
wellness programs
Education support
Tuition Assistance
Continuing Education Units
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Long-term care insurance
Job Description
Gentiva Hospice is a nationally recognized leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management. With nearly 600 locations and thousands of clinicians across 38 states, Gentiva provides compassionate care in the comfort of patients' homes, aiming to support individuals through recovery from illness, injury, or surgery, as well as guide patients and families through the complex emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges of serious or terminal illnesses. Gentiva Hospice is part of a larger family of trusted brands offering hospice, palliative, and home health care, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment where achievements are recognized... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school
- state licensure as required
- minimum 1 year of social work experience in healthcare or hospice
- knowledge of psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care
- ability to work independently and collaboratively
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited school
- licensure as required by the state of employment
- at least 1 year of experience as a social worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
- knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, and end-of-life care
- compassion and tact when supporting patients and families during emotionally intense experiences
- ability to work independently while contributing meaningfully to a care team
- preferred 3 to 5 years of hospice or healthcare social work experience
- familiarity with terminal illness, grief response, and crisis counseling
- experience working with diverse populations and family systems
- advanced training or certifications in grief counseling or palliative care
Job Duties
- Provide psychosocial support to patients and families in accordance with an individualized plan of care
- conduct assessments to identify social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs
- use professional judgment to guide patients and families through the challenges of illness and loss
- offer counseling, education, and referrals to community resources
- collaborate closely with the hospice interdisciplinary team to support the whole-person needs of those in your care
- monitor changes in patient/family circumstances and adjust services accordingly
- promote dignity, respect, and advocacy for every patient and family you serve
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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