Social Worker/Counselor on Call-Hospice
Good Samaritan Hospice · Roanoke, VA, US
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- Location
- Roanoke, VA, US
- Posted
**Make a difference when It matters most**
At Good Samaritan Hospice, we consider it a sacred honor to walk with individuals and families through the end-of-life and grief journey. We are seeking a compassionate, grounded, and skilled Social Worker to join our Roanoke team as a Counselor On-Call**.** We are searching for someone who can offer hope, healing, and connection during some of life’s most profound moments.
If you are looking for a role where your presence truly matters, where your clinical skills are valued, and where you can see the impact of your work every day, this may be the perfect fit.
**Why you will love working at Good Sam**
- Your work has deep meaning. You are not just providing grief support, you are supporting people through the most vulnerable chapters of their lives.
- You are part of a mission-driven team. Join a compassionate, supportive group that believes every moment of the journey matters.
- You are recognized and valued. We honor the emotional labor, resilience, and expertise required in this role.
- You will have the space to do work you are proud of. No rushed sessions, real time for meaningful connection.
Join our amazing Hospice team as a PRN Social Worker/Counselor, this role perfect for someone seeking a flexible, on-call role to earn extra income while making a meaningful impact.
**What you will do**
- Provide on-call psychosocial support to hospice patients, caregivers, and families by phone and in person.
- Respond promptly during assigned on-call shifts and review reports, emails, and messages at shift start.
- Provide crisis intervention, grief support, education, and counseling per the hospice plan of care.
- Support admissions, changes in level of care, and end-of-life needs in collaboration with the after-hours care team.
- Complete accurate, timely documentation and shift reports per agency standards.
**What we are looking for:**
- Master’s degree in social work (from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education); LCSW or licensure eligible preferred;
- At least three years of social work or counseling experience; hospice or end-of-life care preferred.
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, grief support, case management, and critical thinking.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and ability to work independently.
- Compassionate, emotionally mature, and mission-driven with a heart for end-of-life care.
**Schedule & Compensation**
**Schedule:** PRN (as-needed) position. Team members are required to pick up a minimum of 15-20 shifts per month.
_Available shift options include:_
Weekdays: 5:00 PM – 8:30 AM
Weekends: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (day) 5:00 PM – 8:30 AM (overnight)
Flexibility to work a mix of weekday and weekend shifts is expected.
**Benefits:** 401(k) with company match (100% match on the first 3%, 50% match on the next 1%) Eligible medical benefits, including dental and vision.
**Starting Salary:** $35/hour for time actively worked, including patient visits and other assigned clinical duties. When scheduled for on-call standby and waiting for a call, the on-call rate is $8/hour.
__This is the starting salary for the position. Compensation may vary within the established salary range based on relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and other qualifications.__
_**Find your purpose here**_
If you are driven by compassion, grounded in clinical skill, and looking for meaningful work, we would love to hear from you. At Good Samaritan, you will be part of a team that cares deeply**,** for patients, families, our community and one another.
**Please Apply Now!**
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