Job DescriptionJob Description About Us:
At InHouse, we provide compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care. Our interdisciplinary team supports patients and families physically, emotionally, and psychosocially. We are committed to dignity, comfort, and meaningful support during every stage of the hospice journey.
Position Summary:
The Hospice Social Worker provides psychosocial assessments, counseling, and resource coordination to patients and families. You will play a key role in addressing emotional needs, caregiver support, and discharge planning while collaborating closely with an interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
· Complete initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments
· Provide counseling for patients and families coping with terminal illness
· Address anxiety, depression, grief, and caregiver stress
· Assist with advance directives and end-of-life
· Provide anticipatory grief counseling and bereavement support
· Support families during crisis situations and active dying phase
· Educate caregivers on resources and coping strategies
· Connect patients and families to community resources
· Assist with discharge planning when needed
· Help resolve social or environmental barriers to care
· Participate in IDG meeting
· Contribute to patient care plans and updates
· Collaborate with nurses, chaplains, aides, and physicians
· Complete timely documentation in EMR
· Maintain care plans and visit notes per hospice regulations
· Ensure compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation
Qualifications:
· Masters's Degree in Social Work
· Active state licensure (LMSW/LLMSW in Michigan)
· Minimum 1 year healthcare or hospice experience preferred
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred:
· Hospice or palliative care experience
· Experience with EMR systems (HCHB preferred)
· Strong knowledge of community resources in Metro Detroit
Core Competencies:
· Compassion and emotional intelligence
· Crisis management and problem-solving
· Strong communication and listening skills
· Cultural sensitivity
· Team collaboration and accountability
Why Join Us:
· Supportive leadership and strong clinical team
· Manageable caseload expectations
· Opportunity to make a meaningful impact daily
· Growth opportunities as the organization expands
Location:
Metro Detroit area
Travel required within assigned territory
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