Social Worker

ISHR; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 74,612 - 89,535; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a Licensed Social Worker in La Quinta, California, to assess the needs of participants and coordinate their care. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective transitions of care. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Social Work and at least one year of experience with elderly populations. The position offers a competitive salary range of $74,612 to $89,535 with bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with a frail or elderly population.
• Preferred experience with behavioral health and substance abuse issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Social Work assessments to determine participants' needs.
• Participate in care meetings to develop care plans.
• Manage interventions as per care plans.
• Coordinate care transitions with other healthcare professionals.
• Facilitate care conference meetings.
• Provide discharge planning for participants.

Skills

Social Work assessment

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Counseling

Case management

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Job Title

Social Worker

Location

La Quinta, California, United States

Compensation

• Base Salary: USD $74,612 to $89,535
• Full-time
• Relocation Assistance Available: No
• Bonus Eligible: Yes

Responsibilities

• Conduct Social Work assessments to determine the psychosocial needs, preferences, and goals of the participants.
• Actively participate in IDT meetings to develop participant care plans based on assessment findings.
• Deliver and document social work interventions as outlined in participants' care plans, including arranging necessary resources and services, providing counseling, and offering case management.
• Collaborate with the primary care physician and other members of the care team to ensure smooth care transitions between settings.
• Initiate, coordinate, and facilitate care conference meetings to enhance care coordination among care team members, participants, and their support network.
• Provide discharge planning for participants disenrolling from the program.

Job Requirements

• Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with a frail or elderly population.
• Previous experience coordinating and facilitating care conference meetings.
• Preferred previous experience assisting individuals with behavioral health and substance abuse issues.