Social Worker, Senior

Blue Shield of CA; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Senior Social Worker to assess social drivers of health for Promise Health Plan members and coordinate intensive interventions. You will connect members with community resources, support care management, and navigate LTSS and public programs.

The role requires MSW and LCSW licensure or equivalent, with 3+ years in Medi-Cal or similar settings, strong analytics, and bilingual Spanish preferred. Hybrid virtual work is available.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited university is required.
• LCSW or equivalent licensure preferred.
• CCM certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with Medi-Cal population or related settings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting psychosocial assessments and care plans for complex clients.
• Knowledge of LTSS and related programs and eligibility.
• Proficient in Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of health disparities in diverse communities.
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Outreach to Blue Shield Promise Health Plan members.
• Conduct assessments for social drivers of health needs.
• Provide intensive interventions and care planning.
• Linkage to community resources to reduce barriers to care.
• Support members to manage medical care and community living.
• Apply knowledge of LTSS and public programs in care planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Bilingual Spanish

Education

MSW (Master's degree)

LCSW or equivalent licensure

CCM certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Role

The Social Worker, Senior reports to the Manager, Social Services Management. In this role you will outreach to Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan members and conduct assessments for social drivers of health needs and provide intensive interventions. The Social Worker, Senior provides linkages to community resources to reduce social barriers, which enable members to receive and manage their medical care as well as remain living stable in the community. This position requires experience working with the Medi-Cal population and knowledge of community resources and related interventions.

Our leadership model is about developing great leaders at all levels and creating opportunities for our people to grow - personally, professionally, and financially. We are looking for leaders that are energized by creative and critical thinking, building and sustaining high-performing teams, getting results the right way, and fostering continuous learning.

Your Knowledge and Experience

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field from an accredited university required
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent licensure (e.g. LPCC, LMFT, etc.) preferred
• Case Manager Certification (CCM) preferred
• 3 or more years of experience working with the Medi-Cal population, medical social work, community clinics, or other home and community-based organizations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience conducting thorough psychosocial assessments, developing care plans and providing necessary interventions identified during assessment with complex client populations
• Thorough knowledge of services provided by, and eligibility for, applicable state and federal programs, including Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS), in addition to local, community-based organizations
• Proficient skills with computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of health disparities in diverse communities
• Effective time management skills and ability to define and act on priorities amid multiple responsibilities
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred

Hybrid Virtual Work

This role allows employees to work virtually full-time, however employees will be expected to come to the office based on business need.