Clinical Social Worker II

Children's Hospital Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is seeking a Clinical Social Worker II for the CARES Center, a specialized forensic program focused on child abuse assessment and treatment. The role requires formal forensic interview experience and strong judgment to support families within a collaborative team.

The position emphasizes independence, child advocacy, and dispute resolution while working in a pediatric setting with audits and constraints typical of a major academic medical center.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a social worker in a medical setting with children, youth, and families.
• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California).
• American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive child abuse assessments and forensic interviews.
• Build collaborative relationships with investigators, partner agencies, and community organizations.

Skills

Clinical social work

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

LCSW

BLS CPR

Job description

Clinical Social Worker II

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Professional

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that’s shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Schedule

Days

Purpose Statement/Position Summary

The CARES Center is a specialized forensic program dedicated to the assessment and treatment of child abuse. The work is both emotionally demanding and clinically complex, requiring a high level of skill, resilience, and professional judgment. Candidates must have formal forensic interview experience and demonstrate strong competency in conducting comprehensive child abuse assessments.

Success in this role also depends on the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with investigators, partner agencies, and community organizations. These partnerships are essential to delivering the standard of care that defines the CARES team’s mission and commitment.

Must be able to work independently. Demonstrates commitment to a patient and family-centered model of care. Demonstrates confidence and skill in child advocacy and dispute resolution.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience

• 2+ years’ experience as a social worker in a medical setting with children, youth, and families.

Education/Licensure/Certification

• Master’s degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or equivalent accreditation.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California (LCSW).
• Application process for CCS paneling will be completed within the first 90 days of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

Pay Scale Information

• USD $90,334.00 - USD $120,432.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world. As a premier Magnet-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.