Social Worker MSW- PRN
- PRN / per diem
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $34.77–$50.42 an hour. Open social worker jobs in Washington post a median of $51.36 an hour, the middle half $45.45–$59.06, across 57 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Social workers employed in Washington earn a median of $37.77 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 63.7% · Stating an hourly rate 46.0%
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About the job
Company:
Providence at Home with Compassus
THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING POSITION
- Day shift
- As needed/variable
- Per Diem
Position Summary
Make a lasting impact by joining Providence at Home with Compassus , leaders in home-based hospice and palliative care. We’re seeking a compassionate and experienced Home Health Social Worker to provide essential support to patients and families. In this role, you’ll use your clinical judgment to assess and address psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs, helping patients maximize their functioning and quality of life. You'll provide crisis intervention, grief support, and counseling around end-of-life issues while facilitating coordination among families, care teams, and referral sources. As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to care planning, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, support discharge planning, and offer consultation across the organization - all while working independently and under minimal supervision. If you're dedicated to holistic, patient-centered care, we invite you to bring your skills and heart to our team.
Job Duties
- Conducts clinical assessments to identify patients' psychosocial, financial, environmental, and community needs, documenting in the Plan of Care, clinical records, and team notes.
- Delivers direct and indirect social services across settings such as homes, long-term care facilities, and hospitals.
- Provides crisis intervention and supportive counseling to patients and families coping with terminal illness, tailoring support to individual and family dynamics.
- Completes documentation and duties in compliance with federal/state regulations and organizational policies.
- Actively participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing to care planning and coordination.
- Consults with colleagues, leadership, patients, families, and external partners to support care goals.
- Facilitates level-of-care transitions and discharge planning.
- Responds promptly to social services referrals from the hospice team.
- Accepts assignments within professional competencies while fostering a collaborative, team-based approach.
Education and/or Experience
Required - Master's degree from an accredited School of Social Work.
Preferred - 1 year of post-Master’s experience in a health care setting.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
Required - Washington Advanced Social Worker License (Vendor Managed) OR
Washington Advanced Social Worker Associate License (Vendor Managed) OR
Washington Clinical Independent Social Worker License (Vendor Managed) OR
Washington Clinical Independent Social Worker Associate License (Vendor Managed)
Required - National Provider BLS - American Heart Association (Vendor Managed)
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Compensation range: $34.77-$50.42
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities
Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more .
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Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus
At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters
We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
The Compassus Advantage
- Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
- Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
- Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
- Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
- Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
- A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Ready to Join?
At Compassus, your career is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.
From Compassus's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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