Social Services Caseworker

Social Services Caseworker

Locations:

Los Angeles, California

Job Category:

Professional

Position Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

Days

Job Description

Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children's Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.

Overview

This position is Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote, with flexibility to vary.

Schedule: Days

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Social Services Caseworker supports the delivery of therapeutic day treatment services for preschool-aged children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Under the supervision of clinical and program leadership, this role assists in implementing individualized behavior plans, facilitating therapeutic activities, and ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The position emphasizes direct care, milieu-based interventions, collaboration with families and multidisciplinary staff, and timely documentation to promote children's social, emotional, and developmental growth.

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience:

Required:

• 1+ years of social work/case management experience in a pediatric medical setting or an equivalent combination of related education and work experience

• Lived experience as a parent or caregiver of a child who was hospitalized during infancy and/or received early intervention services during that period

• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite

Preferred:

• Bilingual skills/fluency in Spanish

• Head Start, Pre-School, or ABA Experience

Education/Licensure/Certifications: Bachelor's degree inSocialWork or an equivalent combination of related education and work experiencerequired.BLS certificationfrom the American Heart Association.

Pay Scale Information

$51,979.00-$85,394.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

About Us

CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world . As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. . We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.

Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.

CHLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.