Social Worker, MSW
About The Position
AltaMed is seeking a passionate Social Worker to join their PACE program. The Social Worker will provide a psychosocial perspective to the interdisciplinary evaluation, assessment, care planning, coordination of care, and disenrollment processes. Interventions may include 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. The role requires utilizing knowledge of lifespan development, family systems, behavioral health, and social determinants of health to meet the unique needs of PACE participants and their families. The MSW will collaborate as a core Interdisciplinary Team member to optimize the health status and quality of life of the PACE participants.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university.
- 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.
- Valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or another second language is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide a psychosocial perspective to the interdisciplinary evaluation, assessment, care planning, coordination of care, and disenrollment processes of the PACE program.
- Utilize 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.
- Apply knowledge of lifespan development, family systems, behavioral health, and social determinants of health to meet the unique needs of PACE participants and their families.
- Collaborate as a core Interdisciplinary Team member to optimize the health status and quality of life of the PACE participants.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
