Heartland Hospice·Fremont, Michigan
The Hospice Social Worker serves as the psychosocial support expert on an interdisciplinary team, providing assessments, counseling, and care planning for patients and families. They also facilitate resource navigation, educate families on end-of-life care, and monitor psychosocial changes to update care plans.
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program and possess current state licensure. A minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare or hospice setting is required.
Market context
In Michigan, MSW social worker roles in healthcare are commonly tied to patient discharge planning, care coordination, and support for complex medical and social needs, so employers often look for candidates with direct post-degree healthcare experience. These positions can be competitive because a master’s degree, a valid Michigan driver’s license, and a preferred Michigan MSW license narrow the applicant pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of healthcare casework before applying.
