Social Worker BSW

Overview

Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.

If you’re ready to help patients and families through the hospice journey with compassion and care, we invite you to join us as a Hospice Social Worker (BSW).

We value holistic care—and that means more than just medical treatment. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll provide crucial psychosocial support to patients and their loved ones, helping them find comfort, connection, and peace of mind.

As a Hospice Social Worker (BSW), You Will:

• 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

About You

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• 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 Qualifications (Not Required):

• 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

We Offer

Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• National & Local Recognition Programs

• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

• Education Support & Tuition Assistance

• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Join a Team That Cares?

Apply today and bring your compassion, knowledge, and heart to hospice care that makes a lasting difference

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-143361 Category: Social Workers Position Type: Full-Time Company: Heartland Hospice