Continuing Care Social Worker MSW

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a licensed social worker to support patients and families as they navigate psycho-social stressors affecting health outcomes. You will perform social work assessments, crisis interventions, and brief counseling for high-risk patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and arrange post-acute placements or community referrals.

Candidates should have a Master's in Social Work, 2 years of relevant experience, and WA licensure

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Licensure in WA: LSWAA:WA, PLMSW:WA, SWORKADVLI:WA, MSW:WA, LASW:WA, LICSW:WA.

Responsibilities

• Perform social work assessments, crisis interventions, and brief counseling for high-risk patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Advocate for patient needs and facilitate post-acute placements or community resource referrals.
• Address social determinants of health, trauma-informed care, and end-of-life planning in care plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Trauma-informed care

End-of-life planning

NASW Code of Ethics

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Social Worker, you will help patients and families navigate complex psycho-social stressors so they can achieve improved health outcomes and receive the necessary community and clinical resources.

Every day you will perform social work assessments, crisis interventions, and brief counseling for high-risk patients. You will be expected to collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, advocate for patient needs, and facilitate post-acute placements or community resource referrals.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong critical thinking skills and professional expertise in addressing social determinants of health, trauma-informed care, and end-of-life planning, while adhering to the NASW Code of Ethics.

Job Requirements

Required

• Master's degree in Social Work
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced:WA (LSWAA:WA)
• Provisional Licensed Master Social Worker: WA (PLMSW:WA)
• Licensed Social Work Advanced: WA (SWORKADVLI:WA)
• Master Social Worker: WA (MSW:WA)
• Licensed Advanced Social Worker: WA (LASW:WA)
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker: WA (LICSW:WA)

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