Hospital Care Coordination MSW — Clinical Advocate

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Masters Social Worker to advocate for patients and families, perform social work assessments, and coordinate care in hospital and emergency settings.

The role includes crisis intervention, high‑risk screening, brief counseling, and referrals to resources. Licensure as LSWAIC, LCSW-AC, or LA Counselor is required, with a preference for 3+ years post‑MSW healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program at hire.
• Current social work licensure (LSWAIC, LCSW-AC, LCSW-AC or LA Counselor) required.
• Minimum 1 year post-MSW clinical/medical setting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and high-risk screening for patients.
• Conduct brief counseling and coordinate referrals to resources.
• Arrange family/patient meetings with care team as needed.
• Facilitate post‑acute placement planning on complex discharges.
• Engage community agencies to support high‑risk patients.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Family/patient education

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Masters Social Worker to advocate for patients and families, perform social work assessments, and coordinate care in hospital and emergency settings.

The role includes crisis intervention, high‑risk screening, brief counseling, and referrals to resources. Licensure as LSWAIC, LCSW-AC, or LA Counselor is required, with a preference for 3+ years post‑MSW healthcare experience.