PRN Hospice Social Worker
Company: Trinity Hospice
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: Our chosen candidate
will support patients in the Conroe, Livingston and surrounding
areas. At least one year of experience as a Social Worker working
for a hospice agency/hospice program is required to be considered,
as well as successful completion of a Masters' Degree program in
Social Work. Job Summary: The Social Worker will provide social
services under the direction of a Physician, to offer support to
our patients and their families. Social work services will be based
on the patients psychosocial assessment, and the patient and
familys needs. The Social Worker will participate in the
coordination of care with the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) and
participate in on-call rotation per Agency needs. Essential
Functions of the Job: Assess patients to identify psychosocial,
financial, environmental and community needs as evidenced by POC
documentation, clinical records, team meeting minutes and community
resource referrals. Leverage effective interpersonal relations and
communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other
team members to achieve desirable outcomes. Meet mandatory
continuing education requirements of the agency/licensing board.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency by
maintaining a working knowledge of public and private eligibility
standards and requirements. Promote Agency philosophy and
administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Attend
interdisciplinary team meetings, participate in the patient care
planning process and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to
promote coordination of patient care. Accept clinical assignments
that are consistent with education and competence to meet the needs
of the patients. Education, Experience, and Certifications Needed:
A Masters Degree in Social Work from a State accredited program.
One (1) year social worker experience working for a hospice agency
is required to be considered. Working knowledge of community
resources. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Must have a current
drivers license, reliable transportation and valid auto liability
insurance.
Keywords: Trinity Hospice, Galveston , PRN Hospice Social Worker, Healthcare , Houston, Texas
