Description

Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) – Full-Time or Part-Time
Location: Bedford, New Hampshire

LilyCare Hospice is a growing community-based hospice providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families in their homes and facilities across New Hampshire. We are hiring a licensed Hospice Social Worker (LICSW) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is open to full-time or part-time candidates.

About the Role

As a Hospice Social Worker, you'll be a core member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), providing psychosocial support to terminally ill patients and their families. You'll help patients and families navigate the emotional, practical, and financial realities of end-of-life care while working closely with nurses, chaplains, aides, and physicians. This is a field-based role visiting patients where they live.

Responsibilities

Complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families and contribute to the Plan of Care
Provide counseling and emotional support to patients, families, and caregivers, including during periods of grief, conflict, or crisis
Evaluate insurance coverage and financial needs and connect families with community resources and assistance programs
Participate in IDT meetings and keep the team updated on psychosocial changes and care plan adjustments
Make referrals to community agencies and coordinate services as needed
Support bereavement follow-up services for families after a patient's death
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all visits and services
Assist with training and orientation of volunteers and staff, and support special programs such as support groups as needed
Participate in quality improvement activities

Qualifications

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program required
Active New Hampshire LICSW license required
Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population
Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers at all levels
Comfortable navigating difficult family dynamics and grief reactions with professionalism and empathy
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to patient homes and facilities throughout the service area

Why LilyCare

Full-time or part-time schedules available
Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
Orientation and ongoing training in hospice philosophy and practice
Competitive compensation and benefits for eligible employees
Meaningful work with a mission-driven, growing organization
Location: 9 Cedarwood Dr, Bedford, NH 03110, USA, Bedford, New Hampshire

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program required
Active New Hampshire LICSW license required
Minimum two years of experience working with a geriatric population
Hospice or palliative care experience strongly preferred