LCSW Social Worker Physical Rehab

Dignity Health; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 61,730 - 73,370; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit healthcare organization in Long Beach, California, seeks a compassionate Social Worker to provide vital support and guidance. In this role, you will conduct assessments, develop care plans, and provide counseling. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and possess strong crisis management abilities. This position offers a pay range of $44.81 - $53.26 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
• Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22 required in California.
• Knowledge of end-of-life dynamics and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop care plans.
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention.
• Connect clients to resources and advocate for their needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis management

Empathy

Knowledge of community resources

Education

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA

AHA Basic Life Support—CPR

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Social Worker, you will be a compassionate advocate, providing vital support and guidance to individuals and families facing complex challenges.

Every day, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, provide counseling and crisis intervention, and connect clients to resources. You'll advocate for clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support and promote well‑being.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, strong knowledge of community resources, and proven crisis management abilities, fostering positive change and client empowerment.

• Advocacy & Education: Patient/Family Self Care Management, Patient/Family Health Management Education, Bioethics Referrals & Management, Physician, Staff & Community Education, Case Management Education & Training, Risk Management Identification & Referral. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and physician regarding plan of care.
• Psychosocial Management: Crisis Intervention, Psychosocial Assessment/Functioning, Counseling Support & Referral, Abuse/Neglect Identification & Referral (Partner, Child, Elder), Family Issues Affecting Care, Coping/Emotional Adjustment, Grief/Bereavement Support (Individual & Group), Adoption Resources, Health/Wellness Promotion, Substance Abuse Screening/Resources, Psychiatric Screening/Behavior, Management, Staff Support and Crisis Intervention (Critical Incident Stress Debriefing).

Job Requirements

• At least two years of clinical and/or medical social work experience.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CA.
• AHA Basic Life Support—CPR.
• Knowledge of contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end‑of‑life dynamics and interventions; grief and bereavement counseling; substance abuse identification and interventions; support for victims of abuse, neglect or violence; community or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populations. SSDI, SDI and other governmental/county requirements/programs.
• Thorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22 is required in California.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1923, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center is a 389‑bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Long Beach, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, and orthopedics. Additionally, St. Mary Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center and received a Healthgrades 5-Star Award for Heart Failure in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$44.81 - $53.26 /hour