About this opportunity
Gentiva lists this Social Worker MSW opportunity in northfield, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Social Worker - MSW - LSW - FT - Mon-Fri - Dayshift
NJ SW License and MSW Required
Support Families. Guide Care. Shape End-of-Life Experiences.
If you’re driven by compassion and committed to guiding others through serious illness and loss, we invite you to join our team as a Hospice Social Worker (MSW).
We believe that holistic care includes emotional, social, and spiritual support. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll help ensure patients and families receive the guidance and resources they need to navigate the hospice journey with dignity and peace of mind.
As a Hospice Social Worker (MSW), You Will:
Serve as the psychosocial support expert on the interdisciplinary care team
Provide assessments and care planning based on the emotional, psychological, environmental, and cultural needs of patients and families
Deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and practical resource support aligned with each patient’s individualized plan of care
Work closely with patients, families, physicians, nurses, chaplains, and other care team members to support the emotional and social well-being of the patient-family unit
Educate families on hospice services, advance care planning, grief, and coping strategies
Assist with long-term planning, community referrals, and resource navigation when needed
Monitor and document psychosocial changes in the patient or family situation and recommend plan of care updates as appropriate
Uphold ethical standards and professional judgment in end-of-life care
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component.
Salary Range: $84,000 - $90,000
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision
Wellness Program & Resources
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program
Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)
Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)
Tuition Reimbursement
About You
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
Current licensure as required by the state of employment
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare or hospice setting
Knowledge of the psychosocial dynamics of illness, grief, loss, and end-of-life care
Ability to provide empathetic support and maintain boundaries in emotionally intense situations
Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse family systems
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required):
3 to 5 years of experience as a Social Worker in hospice or healthcare
Experience supporting terminally ill patients and their families
Advanced grief counseling or palliative care training
Bilingual skills
We Offer
Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
Location
Heartland Hospice
Our Company
At Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.
Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.
Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:
Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
Home health care: Heartland Home Health
Advanced illness management: Illumia Health
With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.
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Worksite address
northfield, NJ, 08225, US
Who can apply
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