Social Worker I (Part Time/Casual) (ASW, AMFT, APCC) - Psychiatry Resource

Rady Children's Hospital • San Diego, CA

97d • $35 - $49

About The Position

This is a casual position with an end date of June 30, 2026. This position is 100% funded by county contract funds. CES program has been currently covering the all direct costs as a result of reimbursement from billable minutes. Central also has volume of clients to continue to fill a .5 FTE clinician caseload. The Social Worker I (MSW) applies principles of Social Work and other mental health practices to provide patients and families with assessment interventions, support advocacy and case management as a primary provider and/or as ancillary support to the primary medical provider. The SW I (MSW) practices as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of clinical intervention, supporting patients and families. The SW I (MSW) develops treatment plans and interventions to address the needs identified in the assessment and by the Team. Applies knowledge of culture, age and developmental stages to develop treatment plans and provide interventions. Provides support and debriefing to RCHSD staff following traumatic events. Also provides emotional support to children and their families, coordinates care, and connects families to important financial and recovery resources. Unlicensed Social Workers may provide supervision to Social Work Student Interns at the discretion of the Supervisor and as allowed by the academic institution.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Therapy or related field.
• 1 year of experience and/or 1 year pediatric professional experience.
• Registration with the State of California as an ASW, AMFT, or APPC, with a requirement to obtain registration number within 6 months of hire.
• CA driver's license and proof of insurance, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of evidence-based practices applied in clinical interventions.
• Experience in assessments and treatment of children and adolescents.
• Experience in trauma, bereavement, chronic illness, catastrophic diagnosis, family violence, child protection, and bio-ethical issues.
• Experience working in an acute-care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment interventions, support advocacy, and case management as a primary provider and/or ancillary support.
• Practice as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of clinical intervention.
• Develop treatment plans and interventions based on assessments and team input.
• Apply knowledge of culture, age, and developmental stages in treatment planning.
• Provide support and debriefing to staff following traumatic events.
• Provide emotional support to children and families.
• Coordinate care and connect families to financial and recovery resources.
• Supervise Social Work Student Interns if unlicensed and permitted.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $35.84 to $49.28.
• Commitment to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable.
• Regular market reviews to remain competitive with similar organizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree