Travel Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Glendale, CA

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Location: Glendale, CA
Agency: Malone Healthcare
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job ID: 900708

Job Title


Care Management Social Worker

Location


Glendale, CA | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type


Contract | Full-Time | Day Shift | Onsite | Expected 40 hours/week, 8-hour days

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with nursing staff, outside agencies, and family members to facilitate patient discharge planning for those requiring post-Hospice or post-inpatient care
• Assist patients, families, and caregivers in determining the appropriate level of Hospice care and refer to outpatient resources as appropriate
• Initiate, develop, and reassess individualized Plans of Care (POC) based on patient assessment, incorporating psychosocial factors, mental status, family dynamics, and clinical knowledge of human development and terminal illness
• Provide counseling, support, and assistance to patients and families addressing non-medical needs related to hospitalization and care transitions
• Conduct patient teaching relevant to care plans and ongoing physical and emotional needs

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) - required for this position in California
• Minimum of two years of recent experience in an acute or long-term medical setting
• Current BLS certification required
• Acute care experience required

• Experience with Hospice care coordination and post-discharge planning
• Familiarity with psychosocial assessment and care planning in a hospital or medical setting
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including nursing staff and community agencies

• Opportunity to work within a well-established, Magnet-designated acute care environment serving a vibrant and diverse community
• Play a meaningful role in supporting patients and families through critical care transitions in a comprehensive healthcare setting