Hospice Social Worker​/Bereavement Coordinator

Position Overview

Explore opportunities with Caretenders Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post‑acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here.

Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

• Assist the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis.
• Contribute as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis.
• Instruct health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on an as needed basis.
• Be able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient/family needs if required, establishing a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided.

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work.
• Current CPR certification.
• Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence.
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting.

• Bereavement Coordination experience.
• Experience with establishing a plan of care for bereavement needs.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.