Contract LCSW – Palliative Care (Denver Metro Area)

Journey of Care is a female-founded, nurse practitioner-led company delivering value-based palliative care to patients in the places that matter most—their homes, facilities, and virtually. We’ve been recognized by Hospice News and Palliative Care News for our compassionate, forward-thinking approach to serious illness care.

We’re seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide therapy and emotional support to patients and caregivers across the Denver metro area. This is a 1099 contractor role designed for someone who values flexible scheduling, purposeful work, and strong clinical autonomy within a supportive team.

What You'll Do

• Provide in-person therapy visits to patients receiving palliative care in their homes, assisted living facilities, or skilled nursing facilities across the Denver area.
• Deliver telehealth support as appropriate to ensure timely follow-up and caregiver connection.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments, support goals of care conversations, and provide counseling for patients and families navigating serious illness.
• Assist with resource navigation, caregiver support, and emotional processing during complex medical decision-making.
• Collaborate with Journey of Care’s nurse practitioners, RNs, and care coordinators to deliver cohesive, patient-centered care.
• Document visits in our electronic health record and communicate updates to the team.

This Role is Ideal for You If You...

• Are a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Colorado with at least 2 years of experience in palliative care, hospice, geriatrics, or medical social work, or grief counseling
• Live in or near the Denver metro area and are able to travel to patient visits locally
• Are comfortable working autonomously in community-based settings
• Enjoy providing emotional support, guiding families through difficult transitions, and facilitating meaningful goals-of-care discussions
• Are interested in value-based care models that prioritize quality and alignment with patient values
• Thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven care team

Position Overview

• 1099 contract role with per-visit compensation
• Flexible schedule, to create own hours and schedule
• Combination of in-person and telehealth visits
• Must reside in or around Denver, CO
• Supported by a growing, mission-driven care team focused on connection over quotas

Why Journey of Care?

• Female-founded and NP-led, built around real-life clinician needs
• Nationally recognized for innovative, compassionate palliative care
• Focused on giving clinicians time, space, and tools to make a real impact
• We believe in doing the right thing—even when it’s not the easy thing

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2 – 20 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Primary Care
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80238