Social Worker, Senior

Blue Shield of CA; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is seeking a Senior Social Worker to conduct assessments of social drivers of health and provide intensive interventions for its members in California.

You will connect members with community resources, coordinate care plans, and navigate state programs such as Medi-Cal to reduce barriers and support stable living. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or equivalent licensure preferred.
• 3+ years experience with Medi-Cal population or medical social work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of LTSS and community resources.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred.
• Experience with psychosocial assessments and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Outreach to Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan members and assess social drivers of health.
• Provide intensive interventions and linkages to community resources.
• Develop care plans and coordinate with LTSS and other programs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Medi-Cal population requirements.
• Communicate findings in written and oral form.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

Health disparities knowledge

Diversity awareness

Education

MSW degree (Master's in Social Work)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

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.