Medical Social Worker III LCSW

Kaiser Permanente seeks a Medical Social Worker III LCSW to deliver advanced clinical social work services within a dynamic, technology-enabled healthcare environment. You will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, provide counseling and crisis intervention, and coordinate discharge planning and community resources for patients and families. Collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and care teams, you will advocate for patient needs, document care in electronic systems, and contribute to quality improvement.

This role offers opportunities for professional growth, mentoring junior staff, and leveraging innovative tools to enhance patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for patients and families.
• Provide individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and support.
• Develop and implement care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate discharge planning and community resource referrals.
• Advocate for patients' rights and access to services.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record.
• Participate in case conferences, rounds, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior social workers and interns.

Required Skills

• Clinical social work
• Psychosocial assessment
• Crisis intervention
• Care coordination
• Discharge planning
• Electronic health records
• Behavioral health counseling
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Case management
• Community resource navigation