Clinical Social Worker: Care Coordination & Support

Kaiser Permanente; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a clinical social worker to provide a wide range of social work services in primary care or home health settings. The role includes psychosocial assessments, short-term counseling, teaching, and care coordination to help patients maintain independence.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, care conferences, and ensuring appropriate referrals and ongoing assessment throughout care episodes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Behavioral Science or Social Work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Two years post-master's experience preferred but waived for KP Coalition employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work interventions including psychosocial assessment and care planning.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team and participate in family care conferences.
• Assess patient and family needs and communicate with health care providers.
• Maintain ongoing data collection and modify plans based on patient response.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Diversity commitment

Education

Master's degree in Behavioral Science

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic charting

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a clinical social worker to provide a wide range of social work services in primary care or home health settings. The role includes psychosocial assessments, short-term counseling, teaching, and care coordination to help patients maintain independence.

The position emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, care conferences, and ensuring appropriate referrals and ongoing assessment throughout care episodes.