Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance
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
DetroitCore Competencies:
Compassion and emotional intelligence
Crisis management and problem-solving
Strong communication and listening skills
Cultural sensitivity
Team collaboration and accountability
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary:
Mileage reimbursement
Health, dental, and vision insurance
PTO and paid holidays
401K
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
Flexible work from home options available.
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