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Social Worker BSW Hospice

Gentiva Hospice

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Compensation
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Location
Carroll, IA
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

State-Required LicensureBachelor's degree

Job overview

Gentiva Hospice seeks a Hospice Social Worker (BSW) to provide psychosocial support to patients and families throughout the hospice journey. The role includes assessing social, emotional, financial, and environmental needs; offering counseling, education, and referrals; and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team. The position requires a BSW from a CSWE-accredited school, state-required licensure, and at least one year of healthcare or hospice social work experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Psychosocial SupportIllness and Grief DynamicsCompassionTactIndependent WorkTeamworkGrief CounselingPalliative CareCrisis CounselingWorking With Diverse PopulationsFamily Systems

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Social WorkState-Required Licensure1+ Year Social Work Experience3+ Years Hospice or Healthcare Social Work ExperienceGrief Counseling or Palliative Care Certification

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

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

Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national 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.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

  • Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon

  • Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care

  • Home health care: Heartland Home Health

  • Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,271 open Social Worker jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$66–93K/yr945 salary ranges
  • US median$31–45/hr858 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 54 open Social Worker jobs in Iowa and 3,271 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Social Worker postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (1,626 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,133 of the 3,271 open Social Worker jobs (65%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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