JOB SUMMARY

Provides psychosocial assessments, clinical social work interventions, and care coordination for patients and members enrolled in the CHIP and ECM programs. Manages an assigned caseload of patients and members with complex medical, behavioral health, and social needs, including mental health conditions and substance use disorders, through visits in home, hospital, and community settings. Identifies barriers to care, connects individuals with appropriate medical, behavioral health, and community resources, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to support individualized care planning, continuity of care, and improved health outcomes. Additionally, serves as a mentor to student health coaches.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Masters Degree (MSW) or higher (LCSW), from an accredited School of Social Work.

Experience: Minimum of two to five years of hospital, medical, and/or field experience required that demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge.

Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of medical and behavioral disorders symptoms and treatment. Ability to evaluate/assess patients with medical and behavioral disorders and develop safe self-care plans and recommendations.  Ability to comply with mandatory reporting requirements. Knowledge of the relationship between medical illness and behavioral health problems related to short and long term interventions and solutions. Ability to conduct a variety of social work assessments and interventions. Knowledge of community resources.

License/Certifications: Current American Heart CPR card; Licensed to practice in the state of California (LCSW) preferred.

Equipment: Computer literate; Proficient with Microsoft Office Software.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

PAY RANGE

$33.90 - $56.12

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change.  Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills.  For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.