Social Worker / MSW, Hospice
AccentCare, Fall River, MA, United States
Social Worker / MSW, Hospice
Location:
Fall River, MA
Position:
Full Time
Remote/Virtual:
No
Coverage Area:
Attleborough, Bridgewater, Middleborough, Plymouth, surrounding areas
Salary:
$70,000 - $89,000 per year
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm with on‑call
Licensure:
Must hold LCSW, LIPCSW or LICSW in the state of MA
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work
Valid license/registration or permit to practice in the state(s) of agency operation (if required)
Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred
At least two (2) years of professional social work experience in a healthcare setting (post‑graduate); 2+ years preferred
Experience or education in grief counseling preferred
Discharge planning experience preferred
Responsibilities
Assist core members of the pre‑hospice/hospice team in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to the patient’s health and establish a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and dignity
Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and in the development and review of the plan of care for all patients
Assess the social, spiritual, and emotional needs to estimate the patient’s and caregiver’s capacity and potential to cope with daily living and terminal diagnosis
Prepare the patient to cope with changes and educate the chosen family on advance directives/advanced care planning
Utilize all available resources, including chosen family, hospice, and community agencies, to assist the patient and family in living better within limitations of the illness
Support the bereavement program
Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care or community placement/location‑of‑care
Provide supervision of interns and/or social work fellows (SWF) as needed, meeting state regulations for supervision
Required Certifications and Licences
Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required
Licensed driver capable of traveling to all business locations
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company‑matching 401(k)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Wellness offerings such as employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm app
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
Company store credit for AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
EEO Statement
At AccentCare, we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.
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Location:
Fall River, MA
Position:
Full Time
Remote/Virtual:
No
Coverage Area:
Attleborough, Bridgewater, Middleborough, Plymouth, surrounding areas
Salary:
$70,000 - $89,000 per year
Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm with on‑call
Licensure:
Must hold LCSW, LIPCSW or LICSW in the state of MA
Qualifications
Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work
Valid license/registration or permit to practice in the state(s) of agency operation (if required)
Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred
At least two (2) years of professional social work experience in a healthcare setting (post‑graduate); 2+ years preferred
Experience or education in grief counseling preferred
Discharge planning experience preferred
Responsibilities
Assist core members of the pre‑hospice/hospice team in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to the patient’s health and establish a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and dignity
Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and in the development and review of the plan of care for all patients
Assess the social, spiritual, and emotional needs to estimate the patient’s and caregiver’s capacity and potential to cope with daily living and terminal diagnosis
Prepare the patient to cope with changes and educate the chosen family on advance directives/advanced care planning
Utilize all available resources, including chosen family, hospice, and community agencies, to assist the patient and family in living better within limitations of the illness
Support the bereavement program
Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care or community placement/location‑of‑care
Provide supervision of interns and/or social work fellows (SWF) as needed, meeting state regulations for supervision
Required Certifications and Licences
Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required
Licensed driver capable of traveling to all business locations
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off and paid holidays
Professional development opportunities
Company‑matching 401(k)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Wellness offerings such as employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm app
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
Company store credit for AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
EEO Statement
At AccentCare, we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.
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