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Albany, New York

Per Diem Hospice Social Worker – Capital Region

Social WorkerNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$30-$43.08/hr

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Per Diem
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Per Diem Hospice Social Worker – Capital Region

Join Our Compassionate Hospice Team The Community Hospice is seeking a per diem Social Worker to join our dedicated interdisciplinary team serving patients in the Capital Region This position provides care in patients’ homes and nursing facilities, supporting individuals and caregivers as they navigate serious illness and end-of-life care. As a vital member of the hospice team, you will focus on addressing the emotional, psychological, and social needs of patients and families while collaborating closely with nurses, physicians, chaplains, aides, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Do Provide psychosocial assessments and ongoing emotional support to patients and families.
  • Offer counseling and therapeutic interventions related to end-of-life issues, grief, loss, and adjustment.
  • Identify barriers that may impact patient well-being and quality of life.
  • Connect patients and families with community resources and supportive services.
  • Advocate for patients and help ensure care is provided in the most appropriate setting.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
  • Support staff through consultation and education related to psychosocial aspects of hospice care.

What you will need

  • New York State Social Work License (LMSW or LCSW).
  • Valid New York State Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Minimum of 2–3 years of social work experience, preferably working with older adults, individuals with advanced illness, or in healthcare settings.

  • Apply today for more information!
  • Pay Range: $30.00 - $43.08

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Requires a New York State Social Work License (LMSW or LCSW) and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Candidates must have at least 2–3 years of social work experience, preferably in healthcare or with older adults.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentGrief counselingCase managementInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient advocacyCrisis intervention

Social Worker Career Context

Trinity Health ranks #7 of 10 employers hiring Social Worker on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In New York, the Social Work weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$79k (210 salary observations; 251 listings), vs ~$83k nationally (1,745 salary observations; 3,750 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 13% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$76k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $70k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

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Listing-based score

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