Medical Social Worker

Per Diem Position - Weekend availability needed - Minimum 4 shifts per month

The Social Worker is responsible for delivering social services, including psychosocial evaluation and treatment, advocacy, teaching, referrals to community services, and assistance, as needed, with discharge planning. Interviews patients, makes social assessments, and interacts with families, significant others, physicians, and staff, to obtain information that will assist with patient’s ability to understand his or her medical condition(s). Makes recommendations for additional services upon discharge. Ensures documentation in the medical record is clear and complete.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) or related degree in human services
Computer Proficiency and Literacy
Knowledge of CMS, Medicare/Medi-Cal
Familiarity of Joint Commission, CMS, CDPH requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the organization
Ability to facilitate and lead interdisciplinary rounds
Preferred Qualifications:

One year of healthcare experience
Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families