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Job description
Casual Social Worker - MSW
Fairview Range is hiring a Casual Social Worker - MSW to join our Home Care and Hospice Team in Hibbing, MN.
As a Social Worker in this role, you will oversee direct service to Hospice and Home Care clients and families through collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and resource agencies. The Social Worker will also provide support and/or supervise the hospice bereavement program.
Schedule: This position will work 0-39 hours per two weeks, Day Shift. Weekends: None
Internal Posting: 9/30/26
About this facility
Medicare Certified Agency
Care team includes RNs, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, LPNs, HHAs, Chaplain, Volunteers, Physician Medical Director and a Nurse Practitioner.
About Fairview Range
Fairview Range is an affiliate of Fairview Health Services. Together, we offer access to breakthrough medical research and specialty expertise as part of a continuum of care that reaches all ages and health needs. The most comprehensive health care network in northeastern Minnesota, Fairview Range includes Fairview Range Hospital, Fairview Range Clinics (with locations in Hibbing, Nashwauk, and Mountain Iron), and Fairview Range Home Care and Hospice.
Apply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.
Social Worker Responsibilities
Ability to assess and plan for interventions related to patient and family needs and behaviors in compliance with current policy and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of hospice program criteria and ability to explain to patient/family, referral sources, and hospice staff.
Advocates for patient/family.
Demonstrates and communicates understanding of Hospice coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurances. Obtains Prior Authorization as needed. Communicates with case manager as indicated. Works with patient/family and community resources as needed for financial concerns.
Works closely and proactively with RN case manager for all aspects of hospice care. Demonstrates working knowledge/understanding of pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain and symptom management.
Demonstrates ability to effectively provide needed support to hospice team, patient, and families.
Demonstrates knowledge of DPOA, Living Wills/Directives to Physicians. Ensures clients have needed documents in place to assist in decision making.
Assesses decision-making capacity of patient and patient representatives on ongoing basis and care plans as indicated.
Proactively assists with funeral planning and communicates to hospice team.
Required Qualifications
Master of Social Work
Current MN Social Worker licensure
Current MN driver's license and auto insurance
Benefit Overview
Fairview Range offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information:
Compensation Disclaimer
The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Worksite address
hibbing, MN, 55747, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.