Travel Social Worker Medical Social Worker Job

Overview
Medical Social Worker – Medical Social Work specialty in Glendale, California. Start date 11/09/2026 for 11 weeks. Weekly pay $2,256 to $2,388 per week. Guaranteed hours 40 per week. Shift 5x8 Days (8:00 AM–4:30 PM). Setting: hospital.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,256–$2,388 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 11 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Start date: 11/09/2026
- Setting: hospital-based medical social work

Responsibilities
- Provide counseling, support, and assistance to patients and families to address psychosocial needs related to hospitalization and transitions of care
- Collaborate with the care team to plan and implement a Plan of Care that incorporates psychosocial factors, family dynamics, and patient goals
- Facilitate discharge planning and determine appropriate post-acute or Hospice care options, with referrals to outpatient resources as indicated
- Initiate, document, and reassess care plans; deliver patient and family teaching and coordinate with outside agencies, nursing staff, and relatives
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned, adhering to professional standards and hospital policies

Requirements
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required in California and Hawaii
- Experience: At least two years of recent experience in the field; one year acute or long-term medical setting preferred; two years acute or long-term medical setting preferred
- Licenses/Certifications: Current BLS certification; current nursing license per the state of assignment
- Ability to work effectively in an acute or long-term medical setting; strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Onboarding and credentialing assistance
- Assignment-specific support with accessible supervisor and resources
- Weekly pay with direct deposit processing

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.