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Medical Social Worker
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What they do
A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
$80,290 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
South San Francisco, CA 94080Schedule:
Full-time, 40 hours/week | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30PM Required Qualifications:
Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. Current California social work license (e.g., LCSW, LMSW, or ASW under supervision, as applicable). Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification. Experience in hospital-based discharge planning and case management preferred; new graduates with strong clinical placements considered. Strong knowledge of behavioral health conditions , community resources, and post-acute care options. Excellent communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in an acute care hospital or behavioral health setting. Familiarity with utilization review, and care management processes. Bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish, Cantonese, Tagalog) to serve a diverse patient population.Pay:
$50.65 - $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance