Hospice Medical Social Worker, MSW

Job Title
Hospice Medical Social Worker, MSW
Location
Chicago, IL, USA
Additional Location(s)
Employee Type
Employee
Working Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Care Where You Are: Where Your Work Truly Matters
Residential Home Health and Hospice is a nationally recognized leader in home health and hospice, and a consistent Top Workplace. If you are a clinician seeking autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and real career growth; this is where you belong.
We are hiring a Medical Social Workday (MSW) for a Hospice position providing care to patients in their homes in the Chicago, IL and surrounding areas.
What You’ll Do:
Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to comfort, dignity, and quality of life
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial and bereavement assessments, identifying patient and family needs while developing care plans that support emotional, social, and end-of-life goals
Provide counseling, emotional support, and guidance to patients and families, connecting them with resources and helping them navigate the end-of-life journey with clarity and dignity
Apply critical thinking and compassionate problem-solving to address complex situations, advocate for patient wishes, and ensure accurate, timely, and compliant EMR documentation
Work independently but never alone
Travel to patient homes within assigned territory
Designed for Success
Dedicated field education team supporting you from Day 1
Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions your growth
A collaborative culture where your impact is recognized and your feedback shapes improvement
Benefits That Support Your Whole Life
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous PTO
401(K) with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through our Purdue University partnership
MSW Qualifications
Master’s in Social Work from graduate school accredited by the Council of Social Work
One (1) to two (2) years post graduate social work experience in a health care setting
Must hold, in good standing, a license as a Medical Social Worker issued by the state in which you work
Due to the field-based nature of this home health position, a valid driver’s license and the ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations are required.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
NOTICE:
Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.
By supplying your phone number, you agree to receive communication via phone or text.
By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Residential Home Health and Residential Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer