Social Worker

Company: Altitude Hospice
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: February 26, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Join Our Growing Family at Altitude Hospice! Are you passionate about helping seniors live with dignity, comfort, and support during life’s most challenging times? At Altitude Hospice , we pride ourselves on providing compassionate, patient-centered care—especially for those with dementia. We are rapidly expanding and looking for a Social Worker to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families. What You’ll Do: Provide Expert Social Evaluations: Assess psychosocial needs of patients and families, identifying challenges like caregiver stress, family dynamics, and safety concerns. Offer Compassionate Counseling: Support patients and families through emotional difficulties, stress, and crisis situations, providing care with empathy and understanding. Collaborate with the Team: Work closely with healthcare professionals to create personalized care plans and contribute valuable insights into the patient's psychosocial needs. Facilitate Community Connections: Serve as a liaison to local agencies, helping families access resources and ensuring seamless home care services. Support Grieving Families: Coordinate a comprehensive bereavement program, offering counseling and support to families for up to one year after their loved one’s passing. Drive Operational Excellence: Lead daily social service operations, ensuring compliance with all regulations and maintaining high standards of care. What We’re Looking For: Master’s Degree in Social Work with experience in healthcare, ideally working with seniors. Empathy & Compassion: Ability to connect with patients, families, and caregivers during life’s most sensitive moments. Strong Communication Skills: You’ll be liaising with families, medical teams, and community resources, so clear and tactful communication is key. Autonomy & Leadership: Work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient care. Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to recognize and address the unique cultural needs of patients and their families. Why Altitude Hospice? Make a Difference : Your work will directly impact the lives of seniors and their families, providing critical support during difficult times. Dynamic & Growing Team : Join a team that’s committed to growth, development, and providing excellent care. Work-Life Balance : We value your well-being and offer a supportive, flexible environment. Apply Today and take the first step toward making a lasting difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Together, we can continue our mission to provide compassionate care that truly makes a difference. Company Description Who We Are At Altitude Hospice, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, end-of-life care that enhances the quality of life for patients and their families. With a focus on dignity, comfort, and holistic support, we strive to make every journey one of respect, peace, and care. Why Work With Us Joining Altitude Hospice means being part of a purpose-driven team committed to making a meaningful impact in our community. We are proud to be the employer of choice for compassionate professionals who value collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to truly make a difference. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in a supportive, mission-focused environment, Altitude Hospice is the perfect place to grow your career and your purpose. Company Description Who We Are\r\nAt Altitude Hospice, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, end-of-life care that enhances the quality of life for patients and their families. With a focus on dignity, comfort, and holistic support, we strive to make every journey one of respect, peace, and care.\r\n\r\nWhy Work With Us\r\nJoining Altitude Hospice means being part of a purpose-driven team committed to making a meaningful impact in our community. We are proud to be the employer of choice for compassionate professionals who value collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to truly make a difference.\r\n\r\nIf you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in a supportive, mission-focused environment, Altitude Hospice is the perfect place to grow your career and your purpose.

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