Acute Care, Analysis Skills, Case Management, Child Protection/Welfare, Chronic Disease, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Driver's License, Family Intervention, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Insurance, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Patient Assessment, Pediatrics, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primary Care, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social Work, Time Management, Treatment Plan
This is a casual, grant funded position which is subject to renewal on 06/30/2027.
JOB SUMMARY:
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.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Outstanding written and verbal communicator
- Analytical skills
- Emotionally resilient
- The ability to interact with a diverse clientele
- Diligent and possess strong professional boundaries
- Proven time-management and organizational skills
- Critical thinker
- Ethical integrity
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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. Must obtain registration number within 6 months of hire
- CA driver's license and proof of insurance, if applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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
The current salary range for this position is $35.84 to $49.28
Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
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Rady Children's Hospital
Our Mission
To restore, sustain and enhance the health and developmental potential of children through excellence in care, education, research and advocacy.
Our Vision
We will be a leader, recognized nationally and internationally, for excellence in patient care, education, research and advocacy.
Rady Children's: Growing with our Community
On August 19, 1954, Rady Children's officially opened to receive its first 12 patients. Since then, nearly 2 million sick and injured children have been treated here. As San Diego has grown, so has our commitment to offering comprehensive care to our community's children. We are the county's only hospital dedicated solely to pediatrics and the region's designated pediatric trauma center. Parents and children come to Rady Children's from across the country to see our nationally renowned physicians. And our focus on research and innovation is helping our patients to receive state-of-the-art care. We believe equally in keeping children well. Through our Center for Healthier Communities and the Chadwick Center for Children and Families, we strive to offer families the promise of a healthier future. And we continue to grow, our new Acute Care Pavilion will help ensure that we will never turn a child away for lack of space.