Social Worker Specialist HHH MSW

MultiCare Health System; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System's Social Worker Specialist MSW role on the Home Health/Hospice team offers meaningful psychosocial assessment, counseling and coordination of services for patients and families in medical settings.

Requires a Master\'s in Social Work and WA state licensure eligibility; BLS; and experience in home health or medical social work. The position is full-time with a day shift and provides competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensed in the state of Washington as LASW, LICSW, LSWAA, or LSWAIC; or commitment to obtain within 24 months of hire.
• Experience in home health care or equivalent social service agency; experience related to medical social work function.
• Current BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessment, consultation and therapeutic interventions for patients and families.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with medical teams to support psychosocial care.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

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Position Summary

The Social Worker Specialist MSW is an excellent opportunity on the Home Health/Hospice team at MultiCare. This position is responsible for psychosocial assessment, consultation, therapeutic interventions, and referrals for patients and families in relation to psychosocial and mental health aspects of medical management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work required

• Licensed in the state of Washington as a Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced (LSWAA), or Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC); or commitment to obtain within 24 months of hire

• Experience working in a home health care situation or equivalent social service agency, experience relative to the medical social work function

• Current BLS Certification required

About Deaconess Hospital

Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.

About the Spokane Community

Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $74,609.60 - $107,348.80 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.