Hospice Social Worker (MSW Required) at Aligned Hospice · San Diego

Per Diem Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW)

About Aligned Hospice

Aligned Hospice is a growing hospice organization committed to providing exceptional end-of-life care to patients and families. We believe that hospice is about more than managing symptom. We are focused on supporting patients and their loved ones through one of life's most important transitions with compassion, dignity, communication, and presence.

Our team values collaboration, responsiveness, and meaningful patient relationships. We are committed to high-quality, high-touch care and are seeking clinicians who share our dedication to helping patients achieve comfort, peace, and the best possible quality of life at the end of life.

Position Summary

Aligned Hospice is seeking an experienced Hospice Medical Social Worker (MSW) to join our interdisciplinary team on a per diem basis.

This position is ideal for a social worker with a true hospice heart. We are seeking someone who understands the privilege of serving patients and families during the end-of-life journey and who is passionate about helping patients achieve a "good death" consistent with their goals, values, and wishes.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, highly organized, emotionally intelligent, and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. We are seeking a clinician who is trustworthy, dependable, professional, and comfortable managing a caseload autonomously while maintaining frequent communication with patients, families, facilities, and team members.

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and ongoing reassessments for hospice patients and families.
• Provide supportive counseling, anticipatory grief support, and emotional support throughout the hospice journey.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease progression, end-of-life issues, community resources, and hospice services.
• Facilitate goals-of-care discussions and assist families in navigating complex decisions.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, chaplains, aides, and facility staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
• Advocate for patients and families while promoting patient-centered care.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community resources and care partners.
• Provide bereavement support and referrals as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum one (1) year of hospice social work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy, grief, loss, end-of-life care, and family systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong assessment, counseling, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to build rapport with patients, families, facilities, and referral partners.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a clinician who:

• Has a genuine passion for hospice and end-of-life care.
• Communicates exceptionally well with patients, families, facilities, and team members.
• Is dependable, accountable, and follows through on commitments.
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and emotional maturity.
• Values teamwork and collaboration.
• Is comfortable working autonomously in the field.
• Approaches patients and families with empathy, compassion, and respect.

Schedule

Per Diem

Flexible scheduling available, including weekdays, evenings, and weekends.

Compensation

$40.00–$50.00 per hour

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Mileage reimbursement
• PPE provided

Aligned Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workplace.