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Social Worker BSW

Gentiva
place Shalimar, 32579

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


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