Medical Social Worker (MSW) (40264)

Job DetailsJob Location: Bethlehem Hospice - Bethlehem, PA 18017Medical Social Worker (Master's Level) Emotional support. Resource guidance. Compassionate advocacy. The Care Team Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing emotional support, counseling, advocacy, and resource coordination for patients and families navigating the hospice journey. As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you'll work closely with an experienced interdisciplinary team to address the emotional, psychosocial, and practical needs of patients and their loved ones. You'll help families navigate difficult decisions, connect them with valuable community resources, and ensure they receive the support they need every step of the way. As our patient census continues to grow, this part-time opportunity has the potential to become a full-time position. Who We Are At The Care Team Hospice, we are committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care through a culture built on Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and Respect. Our interdisciplinary team works together to ensure every patient and family receives the emotional, physical, and spiritual support they deserve during life's most important moments. We offer a supportive, growth-focused environment along with a comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time Employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (benefit eligibility based on status)
• Career Path Program with opportunities for advancement and increased compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays (benefit eligibility based on status)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Certification Assistance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Additional Compensation for On-Call Participation
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Additional Voluntary Coverage
• Great Total Rewards Package! Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient and family needs while developing individualized plans of care.
• Provide emotional support, counseling, crisis intervention, and guidance to patients, families, and caregivers throughout the hospice journey.
• Assist with advance care planning, community resource coordination, financial assistance referrals, and bereavement support.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and care coordination activities within the electronic medical record (Homecare Homebase). Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) accepted with required supervision in accordance with state regulations.
• Previous experience in hospice, home health, healthcare, or case management preferred.
• Knowledge of psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, grief counseling, and community resources. Field Role Requirements
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) screening.
• Current TB testing in accordance with agency/State policy.
• Current CPR certification as required for the role.