Medical Social Worker

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Join Our Growing Family at Cabrillo Hospice!   Are you passionate about supporting patients and families through life’s most vulnerable moments?  Cabrillo Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our interdisciplinary hospice team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and caregivers. At Cabrillo Hospice, we are committed to providing patient-centered, dignified end-of-life care with a strong focus on emotional support, family education, and holistic well-being. What You’ll Do Conduct Comprehensive Psychosocial Assessments Assess the emotional, social, and environmental needs of patients and families, including caregiver stress, family dynamics, coping abilities, and safety concerns. Provide Emotional Support & Counseling Offer compassionate counseling to patients and families navigating serious illness, grief, and end-of-life transitions. Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team Work closely with nurses, physicians, chaplains, and other care team members to develop and support individualized plans of care. Connect Families to Community Resources Serve as a liaison to community agencies and support services to ensure patients and families have access to appropriate resources. Bereavement Support Participate in and support hospice bereavement services, providing follow-up and resources to families after the loss of a loved one. Ensure Compliance & Quality Care Maintain accurate documentation and ensure services align with hospice regulations, policies, and standards of care. What We’re Looking For Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) Hospice or healthcare experience preferred (geriatrics or end-of-life care a plus) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Compassionate, patient-centered approach Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team Cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse backgrounds and belief systems Why Cabrillo Hospice Meaningful Work: Make a direct impact on patients and families during critical moments. Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative, mission-driven hospice team. Competitive Pay: $33.00 - 39.00 per hour Work-Life Balance: A respectful and supportive workplace that values your well-being. Hourly range for posted region $33 — $39 USD

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Social Worker will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and provide emotional support to patients and families navigating end-of-life transitions. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans and connect families with essential community resources.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW). Previous experience in hospice or healthcare settings, particularly in geriatrics or end-of-life care, is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentInterdisciplinary collaborationCase managementPatient advocacyCrisis interventionResource coordination

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 32% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$69k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks34 jobs · 30 employers

401k / retirement match
85%
CME allowance
35%
Sign-on bonus
32%
Loan repayment
26%
PSLF eligible
9%

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Work-life snapshot

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About Cabrillo Hospice

Hospitals and Health Care
San Juan Capistrano, CA
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Supportive Team Environment
Work-Life Balance