Social Work Manager

Healthcare Executive Placements, Inc. (HCEPInc) is seeking a Social Work Manager for a W2 Contract position based in Sacramento, CA. Schedule: Full time, Day shift, Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks Compensation: This position offers a daily rate of $680 to $715 which equates to $3,400 to $3,575 per week (based on a 5-day workweek) Per Diems: Lodging: $150 per day and Meals & Incidentals: $86 per day Per diems are paid daily, 7 days a week, totaling $1,652 per week Total Weekly Compensation (Daily Rate + Per Diems): Between $5,052 to $5,227 per week Benefits: Paid sick leave, Paid holidays, Co-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, Cafeteria plan access and 401(k) retirement plan. Primary responsibilities Team and clinical supervision: Manage a team of licensed clinical social workers, social service designees, and interns. Provide clinical oversight, coaching, and professional development opportunities for staff. Conduct performance reviews and manage employee relations issues in collaboration with HR. Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, case assignment, and resource allocation. Program management and quality assurance: Develop, implement, and evaluate social services programs to improve patient outcomes and reduce utilization of services. Monitor quality assurance and program effectiveness by tracking key metrics and performance outcomes. Ensure the department remains compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, including Joint Commission standards. Budget and resource management: Develop and manage the departmental budget. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and service improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Care coordination and community liaison: Ensure social services are integrated with other medical center departments and community agencies. Act as a liaison with external partners and community organizations to develop programs and enhance available resources for members. Help resolve patient and family complaints related to social services. Necessary qualifications Education: A Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) is a standard requirement. Licensure: Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California is required. Experience: Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a medical social work or behavioral health setting is expected. Primary responsibilities Team and clinical supervision: Manage a team of licensed clinical social workers, social service designees, and interns. Provide clinical oversight, coaching, and professional development opportunities for staff. Conduct performance reviews and manage employee relations issues in collaboration with HR. Oversee daily operations, including scheduling, case assignment, and resource allocation. Program management and quality assurance: Develop, implement, and evaluate social services programs to improve patient outcomes and reduce utilization of services. Monitor quality assurance and program effectiveness by tracking key metrics and performance outcomes. Ensure the department remains compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, including Joint Commission standards. Budget and resource management: Develop and manage the departmental budget. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and service improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Care coordination and community liaison: Ensure social services are integrated with other medical center departments and community agencies. Act as a liaison with external partners and community organizations to develop programs and enhance available resources for members. Help resolve patient and family complaints related to social services. Necessary qualifications Education: A Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) is a standard requirement. Licensure: Active state licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California is required. Experience: Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a medical social work or behavioral health setting is expected. Skills: Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities. Expertise in evidence-based practices and therapeutic interventions. Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of federal and state healthcare programs, regulations, and community resources. About Healthcare Executive Placements Inc. (HCEPInc.): HCEPInc. values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve. HCEPInc. is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work. HCEPInc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other status protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. HCEPInc. takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans. HCEPInc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant. #J-18808-Ljbffr