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Job Description

Licensed Social Worker (Hospice) – Continuum Care Hospice

Continuum Care Hospice is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to join our interdisciplinary hospice team. This is a PRN position.

The Licensed Social Worker will assist in planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operation of social services for hospice patients and their families in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Continuum Care Hospice policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate is committed to providing patient-centered care, emotional support, advocacy, and resource coordination to individuals facing life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
  • Develop and implement individualized plans of care addressing psychosocial, emotional, and environmental needs.
  • Provide counseling, emotional support, crisis intervention, and bereavement support to patients and families.

Assist patients and families with community resources, financial assistance programs, advance directives, and healthcare decision-making.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care.

  • Participate in care planning meetings and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
  • Advocate for patient rights and ensure compliance with hospice regulations and standards.
  • Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care when appropriate.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all patient interactions.

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited School of Social Work.
  • Current and active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license in good standing.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting working directly with individuals.
  • Knowledge of psychosocial principles, community resources, and healthcare systems.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous hospice, palliative care, home health, or long-term care experience.
  • Knowledge of end-of-life care practices and bereavement support services.

Benefits

We Are Proud to Offer

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Company-sponsored educational opportunities
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • 401(k) with company match through Fidelity
  • Supportive team environment focused on quality patient care
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Why Join Continuum Care Hospice?

At Continuum Care Hospice, we are committed to delivering compassionate care that enhances quality of life for patients and families during life's most important moments. Our team members make a meaningful impact every day while working in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Continuum Care Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

The Licensed Social Worker will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized plans of care for hospice patients and their families. They will also provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and coordinate community resources while collaborating with the interdisciplinary hospice team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) and a current, active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license. A minimum of two years of supervised social work experience in a healthcare setting is required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentPatient advocacyInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Social Worker (PRN) at Legacy Health Services a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Social Work — ranked against 6,492 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 22% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs

401k / retirement match
88% this job
CME allowance
46%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
25%
PSLF eligible
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 7.9
Among the best 10% of Social Work listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,492 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Marion

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$174k
Typical market rent
$1,211/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Legacy Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Parma, Ohio
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Educational Opportunities
Career Advancement