Master Social Worker - Care Coordination & Crisis Intervention

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state seeks a compassionate Masters Social Worker to assess and support hospitalized and ED patients, with crisis intervention and family engagement.

You will coordinate post-acute placement, connect patients to community resources, and collaborate with health care teams to ensure safe discharges and ongoing care. Strong interpersonal skills and a deep knowledge of community resources are essential to empower clients and families.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from a CSWE-accredited school.
• 1-year post-MSW clinical or medical experience.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSWAIC/Licensed Advanced Social Worker/LSW) or equivalent license.

Responsibilities

• Perform social work assessments and interventions for hospitalized/ED patients.
• Coordinate crisis intervention, patient/family advocacy and education.
• Arrange post-acute placement and engage community resources.
• Facilitate family/patient meetings with the care team and coordinate with agencies.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Advocacy

Education

MSW degree (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state seeks a compassionate Masters Social Worker to assess and support hospitalized and ED patients, with crisis intervention and family engagement.

You will coordinate post-acute placement, connect patients to community resources, and collaborate with health care teams to ensure safe discharges and ongoing care. Strong interpersonal skills and a deep knowledge of community resources are essential to empower clients and families.