Hospice Social Worker (LCSW)
Locations: Manhattan • Bronx • Queens/Nassau (3 Openings)
Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 + $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Setting: Field-Based (Inpatient, Home Care, or Nursing Home)
RCM Health Care Services is partnering with a leading Hospice & Palliative Care program, a highly respected nonprofit organization, to recruit Hospice Social Workers (LCSWs) to join their growing Palliative Care & Hospice teams across NYC.
These roles are ideal for experienced Social Workers passionate about supporting patients and families navigating serious illness, end-of-life care, and complex psychosocial needs.
About the Role
As a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), the Hospice Social Worker provides emotional support, counseling, case management, and community resource coordination to patients and families in a field-based capacity. You will conduct biopsychosocial assessments, develop individualized plans of care, and help patients access critical services that support quality of life.
This is a meaningful opportunity to work autonomously, collaborate closely with clinical partners, and make a profound difference for patients and families.
Territory Options
We are hiring Social Workers, each with a defined region:
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Manhattan (field-based, travel required)
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Bronx (car & valid driver’s license required)
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Queens + Nassau County (car & valid driver’s license required)
Key Responsibilities
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Serve as the social work representative on the Hospice & Palliative Care IDT.
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Complete biopsychosocial/spiritual assessments within required timeframes.
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Provide supportive counseling, behavioral interventions, and crisis support.
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Manage mental health concerns, reduce emotional distress, and help resolve family conflict.
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Conduct 20–25 patient visits per week across assigned settings.
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Develop social work plans of care with clear goals, interventions, and community referrals.
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Support advance care planning (HCP, MOLST, Living Will).
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Assist with Medicaid applications, M11Q forms, nursing home placement, DOH screens, and referrals.
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Document timely and accurately in the EMR.
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Participate in IDT meetings, discharge planning, and care transitions.
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Provide education, advocacy, and culturally competent support to diverse patient populations.
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Remain current with hospice regulations, CMS requirements, and evidence-based practices.
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Supervise interns or provide peer supervision as needed.
Qualifications
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Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
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Active NYS LCSW and current NYS Registration.
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Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
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Hospice, Palliative Care, community health, long-term care, or behavioral health experience is preferred.
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Valid driver’s license and vehicle (required for Bronx and Queens/Nassau roles).
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Strong communication, crisis intervention, and case management skills.
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Ability to manage complex cases, navigate community resources, and support families during the dying process.
Why Join This Team
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Competitive salary $75,000–$80,000
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$15,000 sign-on bonus
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Mission-driven organization with a strong reputation in hospice & palliative care
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Supportive interdisciplinary environment
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Field-based autonomy with diverse patient populations
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Opportunity to make a truly meaningful impact
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