Social Worker (MSW), Autism Center

Children’s Hospital of Orange County; United States; Presencial; USD 78.000 - 129.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Social Worker MSW, Autism Center at CHOC in Orange, CA partners with families and a multi-disciplinary team to plan and deliver family-centered care for children with autism. This role advocates for access to care and coordinates psychosocial resources to support patients and families.

Candidates will hold a Master’s in Social Work, have pediatric hospital experience, and be prepared to work within a dynamic environment that values collaboration, cultural sensitivity, and continuous learning.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school.
• Minimum two years of pediatric hospital experience.
• RQI Responder certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and deliver family-centered patient care through a multi-disciplinary team.
• Advocate for optimal health access to care and utilize resources.
• Coordinate care and support psychosocial needs for patients and families.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Cultural sensitivity

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Judgment

MS Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

MSW degree

Herramientas

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Descripción del empleo

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

The Social Worker MSW, Autism Center is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care through a collaborative, multi-disciplinary process including the patient and family, nurses, social workers, physicians, other practitioners, caregivers, and the community. Advocates for and assists in the achievement of optimal health, access to care, and to utilize the appropriate resources. The care coordination process provides a full range of social work services and assists in meeting the psycho-social needs of patients and their families.

Pay Range

Minimum $78,229

Midpoint $103,667

Maximum $129,085

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Minimum two (2) years of pediatric hospital experience at a children’s hospital.
• Preferred: Five (5) years of pediatric hospital experience at a children’s hospital.

Education

• Required: Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school of Social Work.
• Preferred: N/A

Training

• Required: None required.
• Preferred: Training or experience in Foster Care, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Elder Abuse, Autism.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Demonstrates leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and cultural sensitivity. Ability to work effectively under pressure due to changing priorities. Excellent interpersonal communication, including conflict resolution, problem solving, and negotiation skills. Clinical knowledge of multiple age groups, medical illness and treatment plans according to disease process and diagnosis. Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to multi-task and prioritize. Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, patients, and their families. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with internal and outside resources and agencies. Must be proficient in required competencies upon completion of orientation and maintain annual departmental competency requirements. Ability to work collaboratively regardless of social, economic, and cultural backgrounds. Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area e.g., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.
• Preferred: Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Licensure

• Required: RQI Responder – American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).

Work Environments

Functional Demand: Sedentary - Very light energy level

• Lift 10 lbs. box overhead.
• Lift and carry 15 lbs.
• Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements: Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation.

Physical Activity Lifting Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%.

Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements: Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations.

Non-Discrimination Statement

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

About CHOC

Recognized year after year as national leader in employee engagement, and named one of the best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, this is an exciting time to be at CHOC. Our campus is constantly growing and offering new state-of-the art programs and services as we continue to meet the needs of more than 250,000 children annually, making the opportunities for career enrichment endless. We offer highly competitive salary levels and benefits, but the personal growth and fulfillment you’ll find at CHOC, coupled with an inspiring mission to nurture, advance, and protect the health and well being of children, are perhaps the most valuable payouts of all. We hope you will join our dedicated and talented team of associates committed to the highest standards of care and making a difference in the lives of children in Orange County – and beyond. Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety. We're always in search for our next Defender of Childhood!