Hospice Social Worker (Part-Time)
Company: Patriot At Home
Location: Girard
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Patriot is
veteranownedand family operated Why Patriot? Patriot At Home is a
place where you can directly make an impact in your community while
also thriving personally and professionally! We recognize family as
the cornerstone of ourcompany, andwant you to be part of a team
that values your contributions and well-being. We value our
families and community: On callnot mandatory Not required towork
Holidays (optionto pick up if available) Hardship Program- program
to support staff during challenging times Patriot Cares- nonprofit
for community outreach How we support you professionally: This
position is paid at a competitive per-visit rate Mileage
reimbursement for any company travel Company 401K with 4% company
matching Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Hours
for the role: 16-24 hours per week (flexible) Location: We are
looking to fill roles in Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana
counties. As a Hospice Social Worker, you will: Conduct a
psychosocial assessment as part of the comprehensive assessment
within 5 days of admission to the hospice program. This includes
emotional, social, financial and environmental resources and to
identify appropriate psychosocial problems, interventions and goals
for the patients plan of care. Participate in IDG meetings and the
development of the patients plan of care. Observe, record and
report changes on the patient's emotional and social factors that
are being affected by the patient's illness and his/her need for
care and his/her response to treatment. Maintain and submit written
clinical records as deemed by the Agency, including the initial
evaluation, the care plan and daily notes. Evaluate the patients
and family's response to, and effectiveness of, the medical social
work intervention. Confirm, on a weekly basis, the scheduling of
visits with the patients Case Managers to facilitate coordination
of other staff visits. Participate in IDG and QAPI meetings and
activities. If the patient/family declines Social Work services,
the Social worker continues to offer support to the IDG in its care
of the patient and to monitor the patient/caregivers evolving
needs. Participate in discharge planning, as needed. Assume
responsibility for self-development by continually striving to
improve his/her Medical Social Worker practice through formal
education, attendance at workshops and conferences, active
participation in professional and related organizational meetings,
and/or individual research and reading. Assess the patient's/
family members ability to cope with the patients dying. Act as
consultant to the members of the health team, assists them in
understanding the social, emotional and environmental factors
related to the patient's health problems. Help patients to utilize
the resources of their families and the community. Job Conditions:
The ability to access patients homes which may not be routinely
wheelchair accessible is required. Physical activities will
include, walking, sitting, stooping, and standing. Qualifications:
Social Worker means an individual who is currently licensed to
practice social work under the licensure categoriesof Licensed
Independent Practitioner of Clinical Social Work, or Licensed
Certified Social Worker or Licensed Social Worker. Must be Licensed
by State of Ohio. Has a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a
school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work
Education Or Has a baccalaureate degree in social work from an
institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, has
1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting and is
supervised by an MSW. The BSW will be supervised by an MSW. If BSW,
one (1) year of Social Work experience mandatory; If MSW, one (1)
year of Social Work experience preferred. Hospice experience
preferred. Must be a license driver with an insured automobilein
good working order Licensed Social Worker. Must be Licensed by
State of OHIO The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in
writing We cannot wait for you to join our team! Patriot Hospice is
an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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