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Ohio's Hospice, Inc.

Medical Social Worker - Hospice Full Time Direct Patient Care Newark Admin, Newark, OH, US Your ... Work alongside nurses, physicians, chaplains, hospice aides, and volunteers. * Enjoy independence:

City of Marquette

Homemaker Aide

Marquette, MI · On-site

$16.48 - $17.92/hr

Social Work Coordinator EFFECTIVE DATE: September 1, 2008 JOB CLASS CODE: Non-Exempt / Regular Part-Time POSITION SUMMARY The Homemaker Aide is directly responsible for providing housekeeping ...

Crown & Seasons Hospice

Social Worker

Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site

$27 - $29/hr

... aides, and other team members to provide exceptional, patient-centered care. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW). * Current Missouri ...

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Social Work Aides are professionals who assist social workers in providing services to clients and communities. They often help coordinate resources, complete paperwork, and support clients in accessing social services. Their responsibilities may include conducting home visits, helping clients with daily tasks, and maintaining client records. Social Work Aides play a crucial role in ensuring that clients receive the assistance and support they need, working under the supervision of licensed social workers.

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To thrive as a Social Work Aide, you need a foundational understanding of social services, basic case management skills, and typically a high school diploma or associate degree in human services or a related field. Familiarity with client management software, record-keeping systems, and sometimes CPR or first aid certification is often required. Strong communication, empathy, organization, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion are essential soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for effectively supporting social workers, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring clients receive appropriate services.

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Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationBachelor's degree in social work (BSW) or higher; licensure often required
Work EnvironmentAssists social workers in clinics, hospitals, community agenciesWorks independently or as part of a team in various settings, including hospitals, schools, and social service agencies
Employer & Industry UsageEmployers hire social work aides to support social workers in client careEmployers hire licensed social workers to assess, plan, and implement client services

Social Work Aides provide essential support to licensed social workers, handling administrative tasks and assisting with client interactions. Social Workers have advanced training, can perform assessments, and develop treatment plans. The roles differ mainly in education, responsibilities, and scope of practice, but both work within the social services industry to help individuals and communities.

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Medical Social Worker - Hospice

On-site

Ohio's Hospice, Inc.
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Ohio's Hospice rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 47 rated hospices

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Medical Social Worker – Hospice

Full Time Direct Patient Care Newark Admin, Newark, OH, US

Your Social Work Career Can Make a Difference That Lasts.

Are you a Licensed Social Worker looking for meaningful work where you can truly impact patients and families? Join Ohio’s Hospice as a Medical Social Worker and help people navigate some of life’s most important moments—with compassion, dignity, and support.

This is an opportunity to use your social work expertise beyond an office setting. You’ll build meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers, advocate for their needs, connect families with valuable resources, and provide emotional support throughout their hospice journey.

If you’re an LSW or LISW who wants your work to matter every day, we want to meet you.

Why Join Our Hospice Social Work Team?
  • Make a real difference: Help patients and families during one of the most meaningful and challenging times in their lives.
  • Build relationships: Become a trusted source of support for patients, caregivers, and families.
  • Work with purpose: Provide care that prioritizes comfort, dignity, choice, and quality of life.
  • Collaborate with experienced professionals: Work alongside nurses, physicians, chaplains, hospice aides, and volunteers.
  • Enjoy independence: Manage your work in the field while having the support of a dedicated interdisciplinary team.
  • Every day is different: Meet patients and families with unique stories, needs, and goals.
Position: Medical Social Worker

As a Medical Social Worker, you will provide psychosocial assessment, counseling, care planning, advocacy, resource coordination, caregiver support, and end-of-life support to hospice patients and their families.

What You’ll Do
  • Assess the psychosocial, emotional, financial, and practical needs of patients and families.
  • Develop individualized plans of care based on patient goals and preferences.
  • Provide counseling, education, emotional support, and crisis intervention as appropriate.
  • Connect patients and families with financial assistance, community resources, agencies, and support programs.
  • Assist patients and families with advance directives and end-of-life planning.
  • Provide caregiver support related to stress, anticipatory grief, and bereavement.
  • Advocate for patient rights, preferences, dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
  • Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary hospice team.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, hospice aides, volunteers, and other care professionals.
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities.

Monday–Friday | 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

  • Shared weekend and holiday rotation
  • Community-based position with regular travel
  • Visits to patient homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living communities
  • Service area includes Newark and surrounding communities
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Ability to travel in varying weather conditions
Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW)
  • Current Ohio LSW or LISW license
  • Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Reliable transportation and required automobile insurance
  • Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
  • Hospice or palliative care experience
  • Home health experience
  • CHP-SW or ACHP-SW certification
  • Current CPR certification
  • Notary Public designation or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment

Ohio's Hospice offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional success, including:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability benefits
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Mileage reimbursement for business travel
  • Certification assistance and certification incentive pay
  • Structured orientation with dedicated mentorship
  • Continuing education and career development opportunities
The Difference You’ll Make

As a hospice social worker, you’re not simply providing a service—you’re showing up when patients and families need support the most.

You’ll help families find resources when they feel overwhelmed. You’ll listen when someone needs to be heard. You’ll help caregivers navigate stress and grief. And you’ll advocate for patients so their wishes, dignity, and quality of life remain at the center of their care.

Your expertise matters. Your compassion matters. And the work you do matters.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join Ohio’s Hospice and turn your social work skills into meaningful impact—one patient and family at a time.

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