Entry Level Hospice Social Worker Jobs
New grad hospice social worker jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship, field placement, or clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Insurance, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Optum, AccentCare, and PruittHealth hiring at this level now.
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Explore opportunities with Heart of Hospice, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Social Worker - Hospice Per Diem, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists 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
- Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
- Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis
- Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
- 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
- Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of practice
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- 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. 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.75 to $43.10 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Explore opportunities with Heart of Hospice, a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Social Worker - Hospice Per Diem, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists 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
- Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
- Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis
- Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
- 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
- Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of practice
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
- 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. 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.75 to $43.10 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Entry Level Hospice Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hospice social worker job?
Start by completing supervised field placements or internships during your MSW or BSW program, since hands-on hospice or palliative care experience is what entry level employers look for most. Highlight any coursework in grief counseling, end-of-life care, or family support. A state social work license or eligibility to sit for licensure shortly after graduation gives you a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level hospice social workers?
Companies hiring entry level hospice social workers right now include Optum, AccentCare, and PruittHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from hospice agencies, home health organizations, and nonprofit palliative care providers that build their teams from new graduates and candidates early in their careers.
Are there remote entry level hospice social worker jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field involve in-person patient visits. About 0% of entry level hospice social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically focus on care coordination, documentation, or telehealth-based family support rather than direct bedside visits.
Are these new grad hospice social worker jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts supervised internship hours or field placements in lieu of professional history, or states that a portfolio of clinical work is considered. Many hospice employers actively recruit new grad candidates who are licensure-eligible.
Which industries hire the most entry level hospice social workers?
Entry Level hospice social worker roles concentrate in Insurance, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate interdisciplinary care teams where new graduates can build clinical skills under the supervision of experienced social workers and medical staff.