Social Worker LMSW / Hospice - PRN

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Coverage Territory: Bay, Saginaw, Arenac, Midland Counties and surrounding areas

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Be the Steady Hand When Families Need It Most

Hospice care isn't just clinical — it's deeply human. At Transitions Hospice, our Social Workers are the emotional and practical lifeline for patients and families navigating one of life's most complex chapters. From grief support to community resources to advance care planning, you help families find footing when the ground feels uncertain.

We believe that psychosocial care is just as essential as medical care. If you're a licensed social worker who wants to work somewhere that actually lives that belief — this is your place.

What You'll Do

As a Transitions Hospice Licensed Social Worker, you'll carry a meaningful caseload and serve as a trusted advocate and counselor for patients and families throughout the hospice journey. Your responsibilities include:

Conducting thorough, compassionate initial psychosocial, spiritual, and pre-bereavement assessments for patients, families, and caregivers
Providing ongoing emotional support and counseling as a consistent presence throughout the care journey
Identifying and connecting families with community resources — including financial assistance — to meet practical and emotional needs
Guiding families through Advanced Directives with clarity and sensitivity
Assisting with facility placement for patients when appropriate
Maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation at the patient's residence and in agency records
Actively contributing to interdisciplinary team and IDG meetings to shape holistic care plans
Participating in on-call duties on evenings and weekends as needed
Managing caseload while Assuring compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures

Benefits We Offer

Competitive pay
Company provided equipment

Why Choose Transitions Hospice?

At Transitions, you won't work in isolation — you'll be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team that genuinely depends on your skills and welcomes your voice at the table. We've built a culture where every role, from nurse to chaplain to social worker, is seen as essential to the care we provide. Our people truly are the difference.

Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today.

What You Bring

Master’s degree from school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required in states as specified.
Licensure and/or certification as required by the State.
Minimum of 2+ years social service experience in a health care setting or social services agency.
Experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related healthcare setting preferred
Deep comfort with grief, loss, and end-of-life conversations
Strong knowledge of community resources and care coordination
Excellent documentation skills and attention to compliance
Self-directed with the ability to work with little supervision
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally for patient visits

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What does success look like in this role, and how is it measured?

Why ask this? You want to ensure you have a clear understanding of expectations before accepting the role. Knowing how success is measured helps you hit the ground running and avoid surprises about performance evaluations. It also signals to the employer that you're results-driven.

Can you describe the team dynamic and the company culture?

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What are the biggest challenges facing the person in this role right now?

Why ask this? Every job has challenges, and it’s better to know them upfront. This helps you assess whether the role is a good fit for your strengths and whether the company is realistic about its expectations. If they hesitate to answer, it could be a red flag.

How does the company support work-life balance and employee well-being??

Why ask this? Burnout is real, and some companies expect employees to sacrifice personal time for the job. By asking this, you’ll get a sense of how they value work-life balance, flexibility, and well-being—things that are crucial for job satisfaction and long-term success.

These questions help you make an informed decision while also showing your professionalism and strategic thinking!

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