Social Worker in Los Angeles County

AltaMed Health Services; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 71,503 - 89,379; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement planning

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Corporate Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services in Long Beach is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to provide psychosocial evaluation and care planning within the PACE program. You will be integral in assessing participant needs and advocating for effective resource mobilization.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work and at least 2 years of experience with the geriatric population. Bilingual skills in Spanish/English or Chinese/English are preferred. Benefits include competitive insurance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in case management, social advocacy, or mental health.
• Field work/internship may substitute 1 year of experience.
• Valid BLS certification or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial perspective to interdisciplinary teams.
• Conduct assessments, care planning, and coordination of care.
• Perform case management and mobilize resources.

Skills

Case management

Social advocacy

Mental health expertise

Bilingual (Spanish/English or Chinese/English)

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Job Overview

The Social Worker provides a psychosocial perspective to the interdisciplinary evaluation, assessment, care planning, coordination of care, and disenrollment processes of the PACE program. Interventions may include both individual and group modalities, family contacts, collateral contacts, participant and family education, assessment, counseling, mobilization of resources, identification and support of behavioral health needs, case management and advocacy, and discharge planning. Use knowledge of lifespan development, family systems, behavioral health, and social determinants of health to skillfully apply interventions that meet the unique needs of PACE participants and their families. The MSW collaborates as a core Interdisciplinary Team member to optimize the health status and quality of life of the PACE participants.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in case management, social advocacy, and/or mental health, with the geriatric population. Field work/internship may substitute 1 year of experience.
• Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or another second language is strongly preferred.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$71,503.24 - $89,379.05 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.