Social Worker (PACE)

AltaMed; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Career Development

Paid Time Off

Paid CME Days

Malpractice tail coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed in Covina, CA seeks a Social Worker for the PACE program to provide psychosocial assessments, care planning, and care coordination for participants and their families.

The role requires an MSW and at least 2 years of related experience; bilingual abilities (Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or other) are strongly preferred. Valid BLS certification or higher is required, with opportunities for professional growth within a community-focused clinic.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or another second language strongly preferred.
• A valid BLS certification or higher per AHA/Red Cross guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessment, care planning, coordination of care, and discharge planning for PACE participants.
• Utilize individual and group modalities, family and collateral contacts, and participant/family education; mobilize resources and advocate as needed.
• Collaborate within the Interdisciplinary Team to optimize health outcomes and quality of life for PACE participants, considering lifespan development and social determinants of health.

Skills

Case management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed - it's nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don't just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it's a calling that drives us forward every day.

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.