Care Coordination Master Social Worker

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Masters Social Worker to provide compassionate advocacy for patients and families facing complex challenges in a hospital setting. You will perform social work assessments, crises intervention, and coordinate post-acute placement and community resources with the care team.

The role requires MSW from an accredited program, 1 year Post-MSW clinical experience, and relevant social work licensure. Strong interpersonal skills and empathy are essential.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited school required.
• 1-year Post-MSW clinical or hospital internship/experience.
• Licensed Social Worker credentials (LSWAIC/Advanced/Agency-affiliated) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work assessments and crisis intervention.
• Support patients and families through complex challenges.
• Coordinate post-acute placement and community referrals.
• Facilitate meetings with care teams, advocate for resources.
• Educate patients/families on self-care and resources.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Empathy

Community resources

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Social Worker, you will be a compassionate advocate, providing vital support and guidance to individuals and families facing complex challenges.

The Masters Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for hospitalized and emergency department patients. The functions of the Masters Social Worker include: crisis intervention, patient/family intervention, high-risk screening, brief counseling, referrals for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family/patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, arrange post-acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high-risk patients are identified.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, strong knowledge of community resources, and proven crisis management abilities, fostering positive change and client empowerment.

• Providing developmentally appropriate care for all populations served: plan for the safe discharge and continuity of care, recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages, the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill, terminally ill, and vulnerable patients.

• Advocacy and education, patient/family self-care management, patient/family management education

• Bioethics referrals and management

• Physician, staff and community education

• Case/care management/coordination education and training

• Risk management identification and referral

Job Requirements

Required

• Masters degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education

• 1-year Post-MSW experience or Social Work internship in a clinical or medical setting

• Licensed Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC), Licensed Advanced Social Worker, Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced, Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor

Preferred

• Minimum 3-Year Post-MSW healthcare experience

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$38.21 – $61.85 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.