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Gentiva Hospice

Social Worker MSW

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $56,300.00 - $87,200.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National and local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
wellness programs
Education support and tuition assistance
Continuing education units (CEUs)
company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits

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 dedicated clinicians across 38 states, Gentiva Hospice is committed to delivering compassionate care where it matters most—within the comfort of patients' homes. Founded with the mission to guide individuals and families through the complexities of serious illness and end-of-life experiences, Gentiva Hospice emphasizes whole-person care that addresses not only the physical needs but also the emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of health. The organization is part of a family of trusted brands, providing a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Current state licensure as required
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a healthcare or hospice social work role
  • Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain professional boundaries
  • Strong communication and cultural sensitivity skills
  • Commitment to ethical standards in end-of-life care
  • Must pass background and drug screening as this is a safety-sensitive position

Job Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Current licensure as required by the state of employment
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a social worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
  • Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
  • Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
  • Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems
  • Preferred: 3 to 5 years of experience as a social worker in hospice or healthcare
  • Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
  • Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
  • Bilingual skills

Job Duties

  • 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 aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
  • Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
  • Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
  • Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
  • Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
  • Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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