Job Description
Job Description
Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) – Full-Time
Location: Bedford, New Hampshire
LilyCare Hospice is a growing community-based hospice providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in their homes and facilities across New Hampshire. We are hiring a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is open to full-time or part-time candidates.
About the Role
As a Hospice Social Worker, you'll be a core member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), providing psychosocial support to our patients and their families. You'll help patients and families navigate the emotional, practical, and financial realities of end-of-life care while working closely with nurses, chaplains, aides, and physicians. This is a field-based role visiting patients where they live.
Responsibilities
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Complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families and contribute to the Plan of Care
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Provide counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers
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Evaluate insurance coverage and financial needs and connect families with community resources and assistance programs
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Participate in IDT meetings and keep the team updated on psychosocial changes and care plan adjustments
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Make referrals to community agencies and coordinate services as needed
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Support bereavement follow-up services for families after a patient's death
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Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all visits and services
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Assist with training and orientation of volunteers and staff, and support special programs such as support groups as needed
Qualifications
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Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program required
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Active New Hampshire LICSW license required
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Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population
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Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers at all levels
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Comfortable navigating difficult family dynamics and grief reactions with professionalism and empathy
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Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to patient homes and facilities throughout the service area
Why LilyCare
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Full-time or part-time schedules available
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Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
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Orientation and ongoing training in hospice philosophy and practice
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Competitive compensation and benefits for eligible employees
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Meaningful work with a mission-driven, growing organization