Are you an empathetic, dedicated, and skilled social work professional passionate about enriching the lives of older adults? We are seeking an inspiring Social Worker (MSW/LCSW) to join our compassionate care team!
In this rewarding full-time position, you will serve as a vital advocate for patients and their families, empowering them to navigate social, emotional, and practical challenges while promoting independence and dignity. Working as a key member of a collaborative team, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, create individualized care plans, deliver supportive counseling, and connect patients with life-enhancing community resources. If you thrive in a dynamic, patient-centered healthcare environment and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we welcome you to apply!
Empowering Care Coordination: Utilize independent judgment and discretion to manage a patient panel, ensuring comprehensive and continuous care.
Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments to identify risks, evaluate needs, and design personalized care plans tailored to each patient's goals.
Counseling & Advocacy: Provide individual counseling, facilitate family conferences, and run patient and caregiver support groups or workshops.
Community Resources & Transitions: Connect patients to vital community organizations (e.g., residential care facilities, skilled nursing, social services) and manage thoughtful discharge planning when needed.
Peer Support: Review and verify assessment findings completed by non-MSW team members when appropriate.
Patient & Family Liaison: Serve as the essential bridge connecting patients, family caregivers, the care team, and community partners.
Interdepartmental Synergy: Partner closely with internal departments and healthcare agencies to deliver holistic, 5-star service based on compassion, excellence, resourcefulness, and inclusivity.
Active Team Engagement: Participate in team meetings to advocate for patient priorities, build consensus, and drive unified care strategies.
Compliance & Record-Keeping: Complete all clinical documentation and updates accurately, timely, and in full compliance with ethical, legal, safety, and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
Licensed Specialty: Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license required.
Degree: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited college or university. (Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work combined with required language skills and geriatric experience may also be considered).
Licensure: Valid Social Worker license in the State of California.
Certification: Active MOCA Certification required.
Geriatric Care Expertise: Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population.
EHR Proficiency: Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on experience utilizing EPIC.
Core Competencies: Strong organizational skills, clinical assessment capability, and proficiency in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
Communication & Resilience: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain composure, adapt flexibly, and perform effectively under shifting priorities.
Language Abilities: Chinese language skills (Cantonese or Mandarin) strongly preferred; general bilingual fluency is a significant asset.
Advanced Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of post-MSW experience, healthcare case management experience, or background in a senior care setting.
Collaborative Mindset: Strong track record of interdisciplinary collaboration, care coordination, and managing a full-time caseload in a fast-paced environment.
We are dedicated to building inclusive, compassionate, and high-performing care communities. Driven by values of excellence, respect, and resourcefulness, our culture empowers team members to collaborate, innovate, and provide exceptional 5-star care to the individuals and families we serve.
Work Type: Full-Time Position (Contingent/Contract).
Work Setting: Hybrid geriatric care environment, encompassing professional office settings, ambulatory clinics, patient homes, and residential care facilities.
If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at DSalgado@teemagroup.com or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951.
I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!