Health, wellness and fitness · 51 to 200 employees
At First Choice Home Health & Hospice, our patients and employees are at the heart of everything we do. For more than 30 years, we've provided compassionate care to Utah patients where they are most comfortable — at home.
Complete psychosocial assessments and provide counseling, education, crisis intervention, and support to patients and families.
Connect them with resources, advocate for their needs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care planning and transitions.
What you need
Requires a master's degree in Social Work from an accredited program, a current Utah CSW or LCSW license in good standing, and at least one year of healthcare social work experience.
Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
Education: a postgraduate degree
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Medical Social Worker (MSW)
First Choice Home Health & Hospice – Salt Lake County, UtahPart-Time | Flexible ScheduleMeaningful Work. Flexible Schedule. A Team That Supports You.
At First Choice Home Health & Hospice, our patients and employees are at the heart of everything we do. For more than 30 years, we've provided compassionate care to Utah patients where they are most comfortable — at home.
We're looking for a Medical Social Worker (MSW) to provide psychosocial support to home health and hospice patients and families throughout Salt Lake County.
This is a part-time position with a flexible schedule, ideal for a social worker who values meaningful patient interaction, professional autonomy, and the ability to organize visits around patient needs.
Qualifications
Required:
Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited social work program
Current Utah social work license in good standing (CSW or LCSW)
At least 1 year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently in patients' homes
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Preferred:
Home health or hospice experience
Palliative or end-of-life care experience
Experience with grief, bereavement, serious illness, or community resources
About the Role
As a Medical Social Worker, you'll help patients and families navigate the emotional, social, financial, and practical challenges that can accompany illness, disability, and end-of-life care.
You'll work directly with patients and families in their homes while collaborating with nurses, therapists, physicians, chaplains, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Responsibilities
Complete psychosocial assessments for home health and hospice patients
Identify emotional, social, financial, caregiver, and community-resource needs
Provide counseling, education, and supportive interventions within your scope of practice
Connect patients and families with community resources and available benefits
Provide crisis intervention and support when appropriate
Assist with advance-care planning and advance directives
Assess caregiver stress, coping, grief, and bereavement needs
Advocate for patients and families
Participate in hospice interdisciplinary team meetings and care planning
Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care
Identify psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual concerns and coordinate additional support when appropriate
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
Why First Choice?
We believe great patient care starts with a strong, supported team.
At First Choice, we value:
Teamwork and communication
Flexibility and autonomy
Responsive clinical support
Compassionate, patient-centered care
Professional excellence
A positive and supportive work environment
Schedule & Territory
Part-Time | Flexible Schedule
Patient visits are scheduled based on patient needs, with flexibility throughout the week.
Territory: Salt Lake County, UtahWork Setting: Patient homes and residential care settings
If you're an MSW looking for meaningful part-time work, scheduling flexibility, and the opportunity to support patients and families through important life transitions, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about the position and the First Choice Home Health & Hospice team.