Empath Health·Port Charlotte, Florida
Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive care plans for hospice participants and their families. Provide counseling and coordinate community resources while acting as a liaison within the interdisciplinary team.
Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health is seeking a Master’s-level Social Worker (MSW) to work with us on a PRN basis and provide assessment, counseling, and support for participants and families. As a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), you will help create care plans, connect participants with community resources, and ensure dignity and quality of life for those we serve.
Our PRN shifts are 8 hours per day and are available Mon-Fri.
Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect.
What you'll Do
Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
Provide individual, family, and group counseling on aging, dementia, grief, and end-of-life issues.
Coordinate resources such as housing, financial assistance, and community services.
Act as liaison among participants, caregivers, the IDT, and community agencies.
Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Benefits &
Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
Industry-Leading
PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
Grow
Your
Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Make a
Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Find at Empath Health Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.
Requires a Master's degree in social work and at least one year of healthcare experience. Must hold or be eligible for a Florida license in social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy.
Market context
In Florida, behavioral-health roles are typically in steady demand across community clinics, schools, and care settings serving diverse populations. Competition often centers on licensure status, supervised experience, and the ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams while applying mental health ethics and cultural awareness. Review the full posting carefully and confirm your Master’s degree, Registered Intern License, and communication experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can save you time by condensing the original job description.