The Hospice Social Worker will conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans to support patients and families during end-of-life care. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide emotional support, education on advance directives, and coordination with community resources.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) and possess an active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license in Oregon. Additionally, the role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current BLS certification.
Hospice Social Worker (MSW / LCSW) Riverside Home Health & Hospice Southern Oregon | Medford & Grants Pass (Jackson County Focus) Full-Time $45.00 – $50.00 per hour (DOE) This Is Social Work That Truly Matters Hospice care is about more than medical support. It’s about helping patients and families navigate some of the most emotional, complex, and meaningful moments of life. At Riverside Home Health & Hospice, our Social Workers provide guidance, advocacy, and emotional support that helps patients and families feel prepared, supported, and at peace. If you’re a Social Worker who values meaningful conversations, patient advocacy, and work that truly makes a difference — this is where your calling meets impact Why This Role Matters As a Hospice Social Worker, you help patients and families navigate the emotional and practical realities of end-of-life care. You will:
Provide psychosocial assessments and ongoing support
Help patients and families navigate difficult decisions
Educate on advanced directives and end-of-life planning
Connect families with community resources
Support caregivers through emotional and practical challenges
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team Your work helps bring clarity, comfort, and support during one of life’s most important seasons. Who Thrives in This Role Our ideal candidate:
Leads with empathy, presence, and strong listening skills
Is comfortable having meaningful and sometimes difficult conversations
Advocates for patients and families
Works well independently while collaborating with a team
Is organized and follows through
Believes social work is about both support and empowerment Hospice experience is helpful, but the most important quality is a heart for serving others during critical moments. Why Social Workers Choose Riverside ✔ One-on-one time with patients and families ✔ Meaningful, relationship-driven work ✔ Monday–Friday schedule ✔ Flexible scheduling and autonomy ✔ Supportive interdisciplinary team ✔ Opportunity to make a lasting impact This is social work the way it was meant to be practiced. Our Culture (This Actually Matters Here) At Riverside, we live by CAPLICO: C – Customer Second A – Accountability P – Passion for Learning L – Love One Another I – Intelligent Risk Taking C – Celebration O – Ownership We don’t just talk about culture — we hire, lead, and grow by it. What You’ll Be Doing
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
401k with company match
Mileage reimbursement
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Sick time
AD&D insurance
Health concierge services
Conducting psychosocial assessments in patients’ homes
Developing and implementing care plans
Supporting patients and families with emotional and practical needs
Educating on advance directives and care planning
Coordinating with community resources and services
Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings
Providing support across hospice (with occasional home health collaboration) Pay & Benefits $45.00 – $50.00 per hour (DOE) Full-Time Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Free health concierge services (including Hinge Health)
PTO, sick time, and paid holidays
Life and AD&D insurance
STD, LTD, and voluntary benefits
401K with company match
Mileage reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Company events and celebrations
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Flexible scheduling What Helps You Succeed
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Oregon
2+ years healthcare experience preferred (hospice or home health a plus)
Current BLS certification
Strong communication and organizational skills
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation This role includes travel throughout Jackson County and surrounding areas, providing care in homes and facilities. Why Work at Riverside At Riverside, our mission is simple: Provide Life Changing Service. Our Social Workers live that mission by helping patients and families feel supported, understood, and cared for when they need it most. When a family says “You helped us through this” —you’ll know your work truly mattered. 📞 To learn more, contact Natalia (Recruiter): 971-600-4186 🌐 Website: https://riversidehh.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riversidehomehealthcare 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverside-home-health-hospice Riverside Home Health & Hospice Life Changing Service Because support matters. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com. Riverside Home Health Care and Hospice is a leading provider of Home Health and Hospice in Southern Oregon. We specialize in providing Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Medical Social Worker, Home Health Aide, Chaplain, Dietician, and Hospice Volunteer Services for patients in their home setting throughout Josephine, Jackson and Douglas counties. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.
