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Gentiva Health ServicesPosted 24 months ago

Social Worker MSW

On-siteChipley, Florida, United States

Full TimeLicense Or CertificationLarge

Job Summary

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans addressing emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs for patients and families. Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource navigation aligned with individualized plans of care. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, chaplains, and families to support emotional well-being and educate on advance care planning and grief coping. Monitor psychosocial changes to recommend plan updates while upholding ethical standards in end-of-life care. Requires MSW licensure and one year of healthcare or hospice experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Current licensure as required by the state of employment
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
  • Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
  • Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
  • Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems

Desired Qualifications

  • 3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
  • Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
  • Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training

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