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About the Role:

Empath Hospice is seeking a Social Worker to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey. This role provides psychosocial support, care coordination, and resource assistance to ensure comfort and dignity for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patient and family needs related to coping, mental health, financial resources, and caregiver support.
• Provide individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) to develop and manage patient care plans.
• Assist with financial resources, Medicare/Medicaid, and long-term care planning.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and participate in IDG meetings.
• Support patients and families with advance directives and memorial planning.
• Educate the community on hospice care.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting (internships may qualify).
• Licensure: Must hold one of the following Florida licenses or License eligible (Registered Intern) within 90 days of hire:
  • Social Work (LCSW) or Social Work (RCSWI)
  • Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Mental Health Counselor (RMHCI)
  • Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Marriage and Family Therapist (RMFTI)
• Other Requirements:
  • Valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation for field-based roles.
  • Proof of valid auto insurance.

Why Join Us?

Empath Health values diversity and is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care. We are a High Reliability Organization focused on zero harm and patient, client, and staff safety. Participation in our seasonal flu program is required for employment.

Make a difference—apply today!

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