Kaiser Permanente

Medical Social Worker

Kaiser Permanente

Baldwin Park, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Medical Social Worker to join our team at Kaiser Permanente. In this role, you will provide an invaluable service to our patients and families, helping them manage the psychological and social aspects of their medical care. To qualify for this position, you must have a Master’s degree with a major in social work from an accredited school of social work and be licensed in the state of practice. You must also have a minimum of two years of recent experience in medical social work and a commitment to providing exceptional service to our patients. If you have a passion for helping people and the experience and qualifications we seek, we welcome you to apply for this position. Join us and be part of a team of dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to providing the best care to our patients and families.

Responsibilities:

  1. Provide emotional and social support to patients and their families throughout their medical care.
  2. Assess patient/family needs and develop a plan of care to address those needs.
  3. Collaborate with healthcare team members to coordinate care and ensure patient satisfaction.
  4. Provide crisis intervention and bereavement counseling as needed.
  5. Advocate for the rights of patients and their families.
  6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  7. Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations that can provide additional resources and support to patients and their families.
  8. Participate in staff training and development activities.
  9. Maintain current knowledge of medical social work best practices and policies.
  10. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Where is this job?
This job is located at Baldwin Park, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Excellent Communication Skills

  • Knowledge Of Kaiser Permanente Policies And Procedures

  • Knowledge Of Community Resources

  • Bachelor's Degree In Social Work

  • Master's Degree In Social Work Preferred

  • Licensure As A Social Worker

  • Ability To Assess Patient Needs

  • Ability To Work As Part Of A Multidisciplinary Team

Required Skills
  • Documentation

  • Counseling

  • Case management

  • Collaboration

  • Empathy

  • Problem-Solving

  • Outreach

  • advocacy

  • Crisis intervention

  • Mediation

  • Ethics

  • Intervention

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • Critical thinking

  • collaboration

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Medical Social Worker in Baldwin Park, CA, USA is $51,300 to $70,600 per year. This range is dependent on experience, qualifications, and the specific job requirements of the employer.

Additional Information
Kaiser Permanente is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedNovember 13th, 2023
Apply BeforeAugust 19th, 2025
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About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is an American integrated managed care consortium, based in Oakland, California, United States, founded in 1945 by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser and physician Sidney Garfield.

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