Carmel, Indiana, United States · On-site
$70k–$75k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Clinical Counseling, Grief Support, Psychosocial Assessment, Crisis Intervention, End-of-life Care
Saginaw, Michigan, United States · On-site
$81k–$84k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Hospice Care, Skilled Nursing, Patient Assessment, Symptom Management, Crisis Intervention
Lansing, Michigan, United States · On-site
$93k–$116k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning, Medical Terminology, Home Health Regulations, Verbal Communication
Saginaw, Michigan, United States · On-site
$81k–$84k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Clinical Nursing, Patient Care, Emotional Support, Symptom Management, Communication Skills
Saginaw, Michigan, United States · On-site
$77k–$83k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Skilled Nursing Care, Case Management, Patient Assessment, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Care Coordination
Carmel, Indiana, United States · On-site
$80k–$85k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Skilled Nursing Care, Case Management, Patient Assessment, Compassionate Care, Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Holland, Michigan, United States · On-site
$76k–$86k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Grand Haven, Michigan, United States · On-site
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Jackson, Michigan, United States · On-site
$110k–$125k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Comprehensive Medical Evaluations, Treatment Plan Management, Medication Prescription, Chronic Disease Management, Patient Coordination
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States · On-site
$85k–$90k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Leadership, Personnel Management, Regulatory Compliance, Hospice Philosophy, Palliative Care
Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States · On-site
$85k–$90k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Leadership, Hospice Care, Personnel Management, Regulatory Compliance, Palliative Care
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States · On-site
$38/hr–$41/hr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Speech Language Pathology, Patient Care Planning, Clinical Evaluation, Medical Terminology, Patient History Taking
Bay City, Michigan, United States · On-site
$110k–$125k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Medical Evaluations, Treatment Planning, Medication Management, Geriatric Care, Chronic Disease Management
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States · On-site
$70k–$88k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Skilled Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Case Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Compassionate Care
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States · On-site
$75k–$82k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States · On-site
$77k–$88k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Jackson, Michigan, United States · On-site
$93k–$116k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Treatment Planning, Medical Terminology, Home Health Regulations, Verbal Communication
Canton, Michigan, United States · On-site
$77k–$88k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Waterford, Michigan, United States · On-site
$77k–$88k/yr
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career. Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exception…
Skills: Clinical Assessment, Critical Thinking, OASIS Documentation, Care Planning, Time Management
Maumee, Ohio, United States · On-site
$80k–$85k/yr
Optimal Care is growing and proactively building our talent pipeline for future opportunities. While this role may not be immediately available, we invite you to submit your resume to this posting. A member of our Recrui…
Skills: Skilled Nursing Care, Patient Assessment, Symptom Management, Crisis Intervention, End-of-Life Care
Carmel, Indiana, United States • On-site
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Provide clinical psychosocial care and counseling to patients and families navigating end-of-life illness. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to integrate emotional and practical needs into patient care plans.
Requires a Master's or doctoral degree in social work and current LMSW or LCSW licensure. Must have at least one year of experience as a licensed Master's Social Worker and reliable transportation for daily travel.
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.
Top Work Places for 12 consecutive years, Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years, and we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We’re committed to supporting your professional growth, valuing your expertise, and creating an environment where you can do your best work every day.
As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care to patients and families every day.
We are a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice that encourages collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. From chronic disease management and rehabilitation to end-of-life care, our focus is on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.
We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.
About the Role
Provide compassionate, clinical psychosocial care that helps patients and families navigate the emotional, social, and practical challenges of end-of-life illness. As a Hospice Medical Social Worker, you'll support individuals facing terminal diagnoses by offering counseling, guidance, and resources that promote dignity, clarity, and emotional well-being during one of life’s most difficult transitions.
This role is ideal for a licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about practicing the full scope of hospice social work in a deeply meaningful setting. You’ll complete comprehensive psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention and counseling, and support advance care planning conversations that help families make informed, values-based decisions. Working as a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, and other hospice professionals to ensure emotional, cultural, and practical needs are fully integrated into each patient’s plan of care. Your work will directly support both patients and families while also strengthening the care experience across the entire hospice journey.
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How We Care for You
Background Screening
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.
Reasonable Accommodations
We offer reasonable accommodations throughout the application process, interview stages, and during employment to ensure all team members can thrive. Please reach out to us if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We believe an exceptional place to work begins with diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
Delivering the Science of Care and the Art of Caring
Optimal Care is the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our dedicated health care professionals collaborate across the continuum of care to create a personalized care plan that delivers optimal outcomes for our Patients and all those we serve. Our Mission: To Serve Together, Provide Value and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care
Offices: 801 Rosehill Rd, Jackson, Michigan 49202, US · 4760 Fashion Square Blvd, Suite L-1, Saginaw, Michigan 48604, US · 770 Kenmoor Ave SE, Suite 100, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, US · 600 E. Carmel Drive, Suite 144, Carmel, IN 46032, US · 24255 W 13 Mile Rd, Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025, US
Delivering the Science of Care and the Art of Caring
Optimal Care is the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our dedicated health care professionals collaborate across the continuum of care to create a personalized care plan that delivers optimal outcomes for our Patients and all those we serve. Our Mission: To Serve Together, Provide Value and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care
Offices: 801 Rosehill Rd, Jackson, Michigan 49202, US · 4760 Fashion Square Blvd, Suite L-1, Saginaw, Michigan 48604, US · 770 Kenmoor Ave SE, Suite 100, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, US · 600 E. Carmel Drive, Suite 144, Carmel, IN 46032, US · 24255 W 13 Mile Rd, Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025, US
