MSW Care Coordination: Crisis & Discharge Specialist

VMFH Division Support Services; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Masters Social Worker to provide compassionate advocacy and vital support for individuals and families facing complex challenges within hospital and emergency department settings.

The role includes crisis intervention, assessments, referrals to financial or community resources, and coordination of family/patient meetings with the healthcare team to ensure safe discharges and post-acute planning.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE-accredited school at hire.
• 1 year Post-MSW clinical/medical experience or internship.
• Licensed Social Worker credentials: LSWAIC, LCSW, LSWAA, or ALC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social work assessments and interventions in hospital/ED.
• Provide crisis intervention and patient/family support.
• Screen high-risk patients and arrange post-acute placements.
• Refer to financial resources and community services.
• Coordinate family/patient meetings with the health care team.
• Engage agencies for complex discharges and resources.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Crisis management

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work) CSWE-accredited

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Masters Social Worker to provide compassionate advocacy and vital support for individuals and families facing complex challenges within hospital and emergency department settings.

The role includes crisis intervention, assessments, referrals to financial or community resources, and coordination of family/patient meetings with the healthcare team to ensure safe discharges and post-acute planning.