AccentCare
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Social Worker / MSW, Palliative Care
Location: Columbia, MD
Position: Social Worker / MSW, Palliative Care
Job ID: 71019
Remote/Virtual Position: No
Coverage Area: Columbia and surrounding areas
Salary: $50,000 - $81,000
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hours
Reimagine Your Career in Palliative Care
At AccentCare, you join a purpose‑driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other, committed to consistently providing exceptional care.
We are proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek—a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, the community of care we’re building together shines.
Offer Based on Years of Experience
What You Need to Know Be the Best Palliative Clinical Social Worker You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!
Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work or related field; valid license/registration of permit to practice in state(s) of agency operation if required.
Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred.
At least one (1) year of professional social work experience (post‑graduate) in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferred.
Experience or education in grief counseling preferred.
Discharge planning experience preferred.
Required Certifications and Licensures:
Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required.
Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.
Responsibilities As a Palliative Care Clinical Social Worker, you will:
Serve as an integral member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information and referral to community resources and other social work services to meet the complex needs of patients and families in hospital, home, and post‑acute settings.
Provide counseling to understand disease trajectory toward acceptance.
Serve as liaison between patient and Palliative Care team and Hospice team to provide continuity of care.
Assist core team members in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to patient health, establishing a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and human dignity.
Assess social, spiritual, and emotional needs/factors to estimate patient and caregiver capacity and potential to cope with daily living and serious illness.
Support the patient and chosen family through education and facilitate completion of Advanced Directives including funeral planning.
Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care.
Educate patient and family on how to proactively manage symptoms and respond appropriately in crisis, emphasizing utilization of palliative in‑home support and other lower acuity interventions when appropriate.
Our Investment in You Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose‑driven workplace where you feel supported, prioritizing your physical, financial, and mental well‑being.
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Professional development opportunities.
Company‑matching 401(k).
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app.
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees.
Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees.
And more!
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Location: Columbia, MD
Position: Social Worker / MSW, Palliative Care
Job ID: 71019
Remote/Virtual Position: No
Coverage Area: Columbia and surrounding areas
Salary: $50,000 - $81,000
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hours
Reimagine Your Career in Palliative Care
At AccentCare, you join a purpose‑driven, collaborative culture that sets the standard for excellence and gives you the trust and tools to do your best work. You belong to a team that cares deeply for patients and each other, committed to consistently providing exceptional care.
We are proud to be named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 by Newsweek—a reflection of our shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and compassion as we shape the future of aging in place. When you thrive, the community of care we’re building together shines.
Offer Based on Years of Experience
What You Need to Know Be the Best Palliative Clinical Social Worker You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we want to meet you!
Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work or related field; valid license/registration of permit to practice in state(s) of agency operation if required.
Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance specialty preferred.
At least one (1) year of professional social work experience (post‑graduate) in a healthcare setting required; 2+ years preferred.
Experience or education in grief counseling preferred.
Discharge planning experience preferred.
Required Certifications and Licensures:
Licensed to practice as a clinical social worker in the state of agency operation if required.
Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.
Responsibilities As a Palliative Care Clinical Social Worker, you will:
Serve as an integral member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information and referral to community resources and other social work services to meet the complex needs of patients and families in hospital, home, and post‑acute settings.
Provide counseling to understand disease trajectory toward acceptance.
Serve as liaison between patient and Palliative Care team and Hospice team to provide continuity of care.
Assist core team members in understanding significant social, spiritual, and emotional factors related to patient health, establishing a plan of care that fosters personal worth, spiritual well‑being, and human dignity.
Assess social, spiritual, and emotional needs/factors to estimate patient and caregiver capacity and potential to cope with daily living and serious illness.
Support the patient and chosen family through education and facilitate completion of Advanced Directives including funeral planning.
Provide discharge planning related to change of level‑of‑care.
Educate patient and family on how to proactively manage symptoms and respond appropriately in crisis, emphasizing utilization of palliative in‑home support and other lower acuity interventions when appropriate.
Our Investment in You Caring for others starts with caring for you. We’re committed to fostering a purpose‑driven workplace where you feel supported, prioritizing your physical, financial, and mental well‑being.
Our Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Professional development opportunities.
Company‑matching 401(k).
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app.
Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees.
Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees.
And more!
#J-18808-Ljbffr