Licensed Social Worker (MSW) - Hospice

About the role

The Care Team, in partnership with Traditions Health, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join its growing hospice team in Peoria, Illinois. The primary function is to provide coordinated care in the home to patients of all age groups, performing psychosocial assessments, analysis, counseling and referrals to meet the needs of the patient and family. Selected candidates will transition to employment with The Care Team effective January 1, 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Assess hospice patients to identify psychosocial, financial, environmental and community needs, documented in POC records, clinical records, team meeting minutes and resource referrals.
• Use effective interpersonal and communication skills and help other team members use them.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the agency and licensing board.
• Maintain working knowledge of public and private eligibility standards and requirements.
• Promote the agency's philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Attend interdisciplinary team meetings, take part in patient care planning and collaborate with the team on care coordination.
• Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence.

Required profile

• Masters degree in Social Work from a state-accredited program.
• One year of social worker experience in a health care agency.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
• Ability to work in patient homes in various conditions, with occasional exposure to infectious diseases and some exposure to unpleasant weather; local travel required.
• Physical demands include prolonged standing, walking and sitting, and working under stress to meet deadlines and patient needs.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of community resources.
• Good interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Compensation range of $69,300 to $81,900.
• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), HSA with employer contribution, life insurance, disability and accident/critical illness coverage.
• Employee assistant program, generous PTO that increases with tenure, 401(k) with employer match and mileage reimbursement.
• Work/life balance, supportive senior staff, autonomy and time to care for patients.