Social Work Manager

Salgado LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Salgado LLC is seeking a compassionate Social Work Manager to lead our Social Work team and guide high-quality services for geriatric patients. This leadership role shapes care delivery across teams and partners to support patients with dignity and patient-centered goals.

You will mentor Supervisors, Social Workers, and Behavioral Health Specialists, ensuring timely assessments, care planning, and effective interventions while maintaining compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• MSW required and active state license.
• Minimum 1 year of geriatric population experience.
• Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Social Work team including Supervisors, Social Workers, Behavioral Health Specialists and Assistants.
• Oversee quality and effectiveness of social work assessments and team participation.
• Ensure delivery of social work interventions aligned with patient care plans and urgent needs.
• Maintain compliance across social work functions including documentation, care planning, reviews, and patient rights.
• Collaborate with Behavioral Health to design support groups, counseling, and community partnerships.
• Support end-of-life care planning and coordination for patients and families.
• Conduct home visits as needed to support ongoing care.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Job description

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Work Manager to lead their Social Work team and guide the delivery of high-quality social services and behavioral health programs. This is a leadership opportunity to shape care delivery, support patients in meaningful ways, and foster collaboration across care teams and community partners. If you’re a motivated leader with a passion for patient-centered care, this role offers the chance to make a lasting difference.

Population

Geriatric population

Duties

Lead and mentor the Social Work team, including Supervisors, Social Workers, Behavioral Health Specialists, and Assistants—providing hiring, training, supervision, and coaching.

Oversee the quality and effectiveness of social work assessments and team participation.

Ensure delivery of all social work interventions aligned with patient care plans and responsive to urgent needs.

Maintain compliance across social work functions, including documentation, assessments, care planning, reviews, and patient rights and grievance processes.

Collaborate with Behavioral Health Specialists to design and oversee support groups, individual counseling, family education, and community partnerships.

Support patients and families through end-of-life care planning and coordination.

Conduct home visits as needed to support patients’ ongoing care.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).

Active state driver’s license with clean DMV record.

Proof of recent vehicle insurance.

Minimum 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population.

Excellent clinical, organizational, and communication skills with patients, families, and team members.

Desired Qualifications

At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in social work.