Hospice - Medical Social Worker

Job Summary

• Occupation: Medical Social Worker

• Specialty: Hospice

• Salary: $37.97–$62.58

• Working Hours: 40 hours/week

• Shifts: Day

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: Master’s in Medical Social Work

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Hospital Clinic

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We’re looking for compassionate Medical Social Workers who are dedicated to supporting patients and families through the challenges of terminal illness. In this role, you’ll provide evaluations, counseling, and bereavement services, support care planning and coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and manage volunteer and bereavement programs.

You’ll make a meaningful impact by helping families navigate complex emotions, connecting them with resources, and ensuring care aligns with their values and needs. We value empathy, collaboration, communication, and respect for diverse beliefs and lifestyles—qualities that make a lasting difference in hospice care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to hospice patients and their families

• Help families develop coping strategies and connect with community resources

• Recommend therapeutic approaches for the care team

• Conduct bereavement counseling for clients and staff

• Educate staff and volunteers on psychosocial issues in home and hospice care

• Facilitate interdisciplinary team conferences

• Manage volunteer and bereavement programs

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with our team to deliver effective, mission-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Medical Social Work from a CSWE-accredited school

• LCSW preferred

• Minimum of 1 year of medical social work experience

• Hospice or home visit experience preferred

• Experience with end-of-life care required

• One year of experience mentoring social workers and volunteers

• BLS certification (current and maintained)

• Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance

• Ability to work with EMR and interdisciplinary teams

• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in the English language

• Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, coworkers, and community

• Commitment to hospice philosophy of care

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees. Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community's health and the well-being of those who care for them.

About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders and sunshine. Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.