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Social Worker MSW

Gentiva Hospice·Mineral Wells, Texas

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

Provide psychosocial support, assessments, and care planning for hospice patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary team. Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and resource navigation to ensure dignity and peace of mind during end-of-life care.

  • Overview Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences. If you’re driven by compassion and committed to guiding others through serious illness and loss, we invite you to join our team as a Hospice Social Worker (MSW). We believe that holistic care includes emotional, social, and spiritual support. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure patients and families receive the guidance and resources they need to navigate the hospice journey with dignity and peace of mind. As a Hospice Social Worker (MSW), You Will:
  • Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team
  • Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
  • Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
  • Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
  • Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
  • Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
  • Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
  • Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
  • 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 Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):
  • 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
  • Bilingual skills We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Ready to Join a Team That Cares? Apply today and bring your heart and your clinical expertise to a team that values whole-person care. Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include: Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

Requirements

Requires a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program and current state licensure. A minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare or hospice settings is required, with 3-5 years preferred.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Care Planning
  • Counseling
  • Patient Education
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Psychosocial Assessment
  • Resource Navigation
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Grief Support
  • Advance Care Planning
  • Boundary Management

Benefits

  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Competitive Pay
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • 401(k) With Company Match
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Wellness Programs
  • Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Education Support
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Teammate Assistance Fund
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Mineral Wells, Texas
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Closes
Jul 23, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Gentiva Hospice

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care that’s close to home – and close to the heart. We are a close-knit family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and home health providers. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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