Hospice Medical Social Worker

1 month ago
Jackson, Michigan$66K - $71KFull TimeSocial Worker
✓ No Weekends

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28% above median for Social Worker in MI

Posted 47 days ago — employer likely flexible on terms

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Optimal Care - Evergreen as a Hospice Medical Social Worker – Monday-Friday Schedule in United States. Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk situations including potential for suicide, neglect, or abuse Continuously re
  • making Assist with preparation of advance care documents Help families plan for funeral arrangements and end
  • life wishes Support decision

Requirements

  • risk situations including potential for suicide, neglect, or abuse Continuously re
  • making Assist with preparation of advance care documents Help families plan for funeral arrangements and end
  • life wishes Support decision
  • party administrator, the Michigan Long

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $66K - $71K
  • 15 days PTO.
  • 401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Optimal Care - Evergreen as a Hospice Medical Social Worker – Monday-Friday Schedule.

Key Skills

Psychosocial AssessmentCrisis InterventionGrief CounselingAdvance Care PlanningFamily DynamicsCultural SensitivityInterdisciplinary Team CollaborationBereavement SupportStress ManagementDocumentationRegulatory ComplianceEnd-of-Life CareHospice PhilosophyEmotional IntelligenceResource CoordinationCare Plan Development
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Hospice Medical Social Worker position at Optimal Care - Evergreen includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at Optimal Care - Evergreen is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

Optimal Care - Evergreen lists compensation for this physician position at $66k to $71k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Jackson, Michigan.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
  • Transparent compensation ($66k–$71k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention, Grief Counseling, Advance Care Planning, Family Dynamics, Cultural Sensitivity, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Bereavement Support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Hospice Medical Social Worker will provide essential psychosocial support to terminally ill patients and their families, conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and offering crisis intervention. Key duties include facilitating advance care planning, providing grief counseling, coordina...

Benefits package: Minimum 3 Weeks PTO, Company Vehicle Program, Flexible Work Schedule, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with Employer Match, Mileage Reimbursement, Mentorship Culture. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Optimal Care - Evergreen

Medical Practices
Jackson, Michigan
0-2

Benefits & Perks

Minimum 3 Weeks PTO
Company Vehicle Program
Flexible Work Schedule
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Mileage Reimbursement
Mentorship Culture

Protective Factors (1)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full-time

Posted

1mo ago