Hospice & Home Care Social Worker

Hospice & Home Care Social Worker

JOB-10045913

Anticipated Start Date

March 16, 2026

Location

Stevensville , MI

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system. Supported by an exceptional team of dedicated professionals, including thousands of physicians, advanced practice providers, and nurses. They offer comprehensive services across numerous hospitals, outpatient locations, and post-acute facilities, all driven by an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

Job Summary

We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our client’s team as Hospice & Home Care Social Worker. The ideal candidate will provide social work services in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support patients and families with complex psychosocial needs. Responsibilities include discharge planning, care coordination, alternate site placement, addressing abuse/neglect, adoption, substance use disorders, end-of-life support, referral resources, bereavement support, adjustment counseling, guardianships, and behavioral health concerns (including psychiatric transfers).

Job Description

• Conducts psychosocial assessments with patient and or family to assist with identified psychosocial needs or who may be identified to require an alternate site of care post discharge and executes a plan.
• Communicates with alternate sites of care and/or community agencies in an effective and timely manner, to best address the patient’s needs.
• Completes and documents the assessment and plan in the electronic medical record, accurately reflecting the patient’s current condition, situational factors, transition of care needs and psychosocial imperatives.
• Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team.
• Responsible for maintaining relevant and current knowledge of community resources.
• Participates or assists in department, regional, or statewide stakeholder committees, projects etc., as assigned/requested.
• Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.

Skills Required

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of community resources and healthcare regulations.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: Experience in individual and family assessments, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, behavioral health, and discharge planning.
• Physical requirements: Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs; occasional bending, twisting, squatting, reaching; frequent hand/finger dexterity; walking, standing, sitting, driving as needed; good visual acuity.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Required: Master’s degree in social work
• Required: Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or equivalent in Michigan
• Required: Valid Michigan Driver’s License

Additional Requirements

• Shift Times: 8am-4:30pm

Pay Rate

• $51–$59 per hour, based on experience, skills, and market factors

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