Full-Time Social Worker - Hospice Saratoga County
Listed compensation
$30-$43.08/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift
Description
Full-Time Social Worker - Hospice Saratoga Regions
Join Our Compassionate Hospice Team The Community Hospice is seeking a full-time Social Worker to join our dedicated interdisciplinary team serving patients and families in the Saratoga County.
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.
What You'll 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
- NYS SW Licensure.
- Valid NYS Drivers license.
- Minimum 2-3 years experience ideally caring for seniors or those with advance illness.
- The Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation and a supportive work environment.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Provide psychosocial assessments and emotional support to hospice patients and their families while coordinating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team. Facilitate care plans, offer grief counseling, and connect families with necessary community resources.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid NYS Social Work license and a valid NYS driver's license. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in caring for seniors or individuals with advanced illness is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
In California, the Social Work weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (764 salary observations; 1,972 listings), vs ~$81k nationally (5,323 salary observations; 22,139 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 24% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $62k–$90k | Social Work median $99k (middle half $80k–$118k)979 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| California vs national | $98k median in California | $81k nationally (+20%)764 state / 5,323 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$69k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in California | 698 active | 6,427 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 24% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Social Worker listings: 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 5% offer loan repayment745 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,510 in the last 30 days | 1,443 the 30 days before (+74%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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