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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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Posted 1mo ago

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 #5 of 10 employers hiring contract/1099 Social Worker on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 40 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 13% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Social Work by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$62k–$90kSocial Work median $54k (middle half $51k–$77k)41 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$70k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Social Work listings in New York612 active6,552 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 30% remote · 13% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York social worker listings (all specialties): 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 6% offer loan repayment670 active listings, Nov 2026
New Social Work listings2,608 in the last 30 days1,361 the 30 days before (+92%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Trinity Health#5 of 10 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,463 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Albany

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$328k
Typical market rent
$1,664/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.6
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.