Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical Social Worker (MSW) – Full-Time (Hospice & Palliative Care)$31.50 – $35.00/hour · Health Benefits Offered After 90 Days Supportive. Compassionate. Locally Rooted.
Luna Del Valle Healthcare Services is seeking a compassionate and experienced
Medical Social Worker (MSW) to support patients and families across two of our specialized divisions:
Indigo Sun Palliative Care and
LDV Hospice . This is a full-time position (40 hours/week) with 20 hours dedicated to each division. If you're passionate about supporting individuals through serious illness and end-of-life journeys, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments for patients and families.
- Develop and implement care plans addressing emotional, social, and practical needs.
- Provide supportive counseling to individuals coping with serious illness.
- Facilitate family meetings to support complex decision-making and communication.
- Guide advance care planning discussions and documentation.
- Connect patients with community resources such as financial assistance, transportation, home services, and support groups.
- Offer grief support and bereavement resources.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed.
- Advocate for patients within the healthcare and social service systems.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive and coordinated care.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and program standards.
- Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
- Current state licensure required (LCSW preferred).
- At least 2 years of healthcare experience , preferably in palliative care, hospice, or chronic illness management.
- Current CPR certification .
- Valid driver’s license and current auto liability insurance.
- Strong knowledge of community resources, Medicare/Medicaid, and care planning tools.
- Compassionate approach with excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
- Comfort discussing sensitive topics such as serious illness, dying, and grief.
What We Offer:
- $31.50 – $35.00/hour based on hospice/palliative care experience.
- Health benefits after 90 days.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of patients and families.
How to Apply: If you're a licensed MSW with a passion for palliative and hospice care, please submit your resume. Join our mission to provide compassionate, locally rooted care to those who need it most.
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