Faith Presbyterian Hospice
Social Worker, LMSW at Faith Presbyterian Hospice
Accepting applications until: January 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST. Location: DALLAS, TX 75251. Department: Social Work. Division: Faith Presbyterian Hospice. Position Description
Essential Duties
Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers. Provide clinical counseling as indicated by the plan of care. Demonstrates appropriate psychosocial assessment skills for initial and bereavement evaluations and assists in the development and implementation of goal‑directed family care plans. Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice. Conducts ongoing reassessments and follow‑up appraisal of patient/family situation and needs. Actively listens and responds appropriately to patient/family concerns and needs in a timely manner. Assumes the active role of advocate for the patient/family. Possesses adequate knowledge of community resources and discharge planning. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with community agency personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of the patient/family dynamics involved in death, dying, and the bereavement process. Applies knowledge of age‑specific human growth and development. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of mental and emotional dysfunction. Ensures that all patients/families under his/her direct supervision are provided care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well‑being, considering each individual patient/family. Treats patient/family with compassion, adapting communication to meet situations and cross‑cultural issues. Supports patient and family sense of control, while striving to reduce their anxiety. Completes admission, routine visits, transfer, and discharge information as scheduled. Submits documentation on time. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment. Develops and evaluates the plan of care. Contributes to patient and family counseling and education. Participates in QAPI program and hospice-sponsored in‑service training. Refers questions outside area of expertise to appropriate team members or community agencies. Participates in Bereavement team, groups, and activities as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Patient Care Manager. Additional Information
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university. Licensed through the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. At least one year previous experience working in a healthcare setting. Valid Texas Driver’s License and reliable method of transportation. Ability to perform essential duties as outlined below. Knowledge of current professional social work theory and practice. Excellent clinical assessment and documentation skills. Ability to organize workflow, respond to emergencies and note detail. Ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing work in association with patients, families and staff. Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Genuine caring for and interest in the care of mature adults, handicapped people and hospice patients. Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Ability to comply with the Dying Persons Rights and the employee responsibilities. Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
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Hospitals and Health Care
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Accepting applications until: January 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST. Location: DALLAS, TX 75251. Department: Social Work. Division: Faith Presbyterian Hospice. Position Description
Essential Duties
Models a service attitude towards others, takes ownership in solving problems and takes the initiative to make things better, is friendly and courteous to residents, patients and co-workers. Provide clinical counseling as indicated by the plan of care. Demonstrates appropriate psychosocial assessment skills for initial and bereavement evaluations and assists in the development and implementation of goal‑directed family care plans. Actively participate in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice. Conducts ongoing reassessments and follow‑up appraisal of patient/family situation and needs. Actively listens and responds appropriately to patient/family concerns and needs in a timely manner. Assumes the active role of advocate for the patient/family. Possesses adequate knowledge of community resources and discharge planning. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with community agency personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of the patient/family dynamics involved in death, dying, and the bereavement process. Applies knowledge of age‑specific human growth and development. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of mental and emotional dysfunction. Ensures that all patients/families under his/her direct supervision are provided care and services to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well‑being, considering each individual patient/family. Treats patient/family with compassion, adapting communication to meet situations and cross‑cultural issues. Supports patient and family sense of control, while striving to reduce their anxiety. Completes admission, routine visits, transfer, and discharge information as scheduled. Submits documentation on time. Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and in ongoing interdisciplinary comprehensive assessment. Develops and evaluates the plan of care. Contributes to patient and family counseling and education. Participates in QAPI program and hospice-sponsored in‑service training. Refers questions outside area of expertise to appropriate team members or community agencies. Participates in Bereavement team, groups, and activities as needed. Other duties as assigned by the Patient Care Manager. Additional Information
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college or university. Licensed through the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. At least one year previous experience working in a healthcare setting. Valid Texas Driver’s License and reliable method of transportation. Ability to perform essential duties as outlined below. Knowledge of current professional social work theory and practice. Excellent clinical assessment and documentation skills. Ability to organize workflow, respond to emergencies and note detail. Ability to maintain a positive, stable disposition in performing work in association with patients, families and staff. Ability to maintain a high level of performance in an environment of frequent demands and changes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Genuine caring for and interest in the care of mature adults, handicapped people and hospice patients. Ability to perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Ability to comply with the Dying Persons Rights and the employee responsibilities. Ability to comply with organizational and departmental safety policies and procedures. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Other Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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