Geriatric Social Worker

SYNERGY STAFFING LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Health Staffing LLC in Fairfax, CA is seeking a compassionate Geriatric Care Social Worker to support older adult patients in hospital or long-term care settings. The role emphasizes psychosocial support, discharge planning, and care coordination.

The position is contract-to-permanent with strong potential for long-term employment, requiring CA licensure knowledge and experience with dementia, chronic illness, and elder care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required; MSW preferred.
• Experience in geriatric care, healthcare, or long-term care settings.
• ASW or LCSW preferred for clinical roles.
• Knowledge of California healthcare and aging services systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments for geriatric patients.
• Support discharge planning and care transitions.
• Assist families with long-term care placement decisions.
• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate services with hospitals, SNFs, hospice, and community agencies.
• Support patients with dementia, chronic illness, and end-of-life care needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with facility and state standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW or related)

MSW preferred

ASW or LCSW preferred for clinical roles

California licensure knowledge

Job description

Geriatric Care Social Worker (MSW/BSW)

Location: Fairfax, CA

Healthcare / Long-Term Care Setting

Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Company: Synergy Health Staffing LLC

Synergy Health Staffing is seeking a compassionate and experienced Geriatric Care Social Worker to support older adult patients in a healthcare or long-term care setting. This role focuses on psychosocial support, discharge planning, care coordination, and helping patients and families navigate the challenges of aging.

This is a contract-to-permanent placement opportunity with strong potential for long-term employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments for geriatric patients


• Support discharge planning and care transitions


• Assist families with long-term care placement decisions


• Provide emotional support and crisis intervention


• Coordinate services with hospitals, SNFs, hospice, and community agencies


• Support patients with dementia, chronic illness, and end-of-life care needs


• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with facility and state standards


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

California State Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BSW or related field) required; MSW preferred


• Experience in geriatric care, healthcare, or long-term care settings


• ASW or LCSW preferred for clinical roles


• Knowledge of California healthcare and aging service systems


• Understanding of mandated reporting requirements for elder abuse

Preferred Experience

• 2-3+ years in hospital, SNF, hospice, or geriatric care settings


• Experience with dementia/Alzheimer's populations


• Strong discharge planning and case coordination skills
  
• Strong communication and family support skills

Compliance Requirements

• Live Scan background check (DOJ/FBI clearance)


• TB test and health clearance (as required by facility)


• Mandated Reporter Training (California elder abuse reporting)


• Valid identification and work authorization