WHAT YOU WILL DO The Medical SocialWorker utilizes social work expertise and clinical knowledge to educate patients on the best choices for treatment, health, and wellness when living with kidney disease to enhance quality of life. The Medical SocialWorker is responsible for supporting the social and emotional well-being of patients at Satellite Healthcare. The SocialWorker conducts psychosocial assessments, participates in care planning and team review of the patient's current psychosocial needs, and provides management of services to patients to assist them in coping with issues associated with chronic kidney disease and dialysis treatments.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
You will play a vital role to ensure that we deliver on our Mission to make life better for those with kidney disease and our Vision to be unsurpassed in our individualized experience, our quality, and our compassion. You approach your work with an indisputable sense of greater purpose. Lastly, you are high energy, seek out opportunities to improve the environment for patients and staff, are goal-oriented, and gain deep satisfaction from building relationships.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
Relationships: You will work directly with a multi-disciplinary team that is as passionate as you in making a difference in others' lives. You will become a servant leader, bringing up your team to provide care that is unsurpassed by others in our industry.
Impact: You will set the tone that enables our patients to live a better life and address their needs holistically. You will make a difference for our patients so that they do dialysis to live instead of living for dialysis.
Growth: You will have formal and informal opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. You will become a subject-matter expert and have a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience :
Preferable experience in other health and human services fields. Medical experience is highly desirable. One (1) year of work experience in a behavioral or healthcare-related setting preferred.
Education :
Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited CSWE institution
License/Certifications :
MSW required. LCSW/ACSW required, LCSW preferred (CA). Licensure required in states with licensure requirements.
$58k-83k yearly est. 1d ago
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Medical Social Worker (LCSW)
Amergis
Social worker job in Fairfield, CA
" The Licensed Clinical SocialWorker collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to provide input in the development of the plan of care for those patients/clients requiring social work intervention. The Licensed Clinical SocialWorker provides counseling and crisis intervention to patients/clients who have social or emotional problems in a variety of settings across the age span.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides necessary social work intervention
Counsels individuals and families in crisis and help with issues such as poverty, loss and illness
Assesses patient's psychosocial needs, plans for, evaluates and modifies interventions to meet the established patient/client goals
Collaborates with all disciplines to plan and evaluate team goals for each patient/client
Facilitates patient/client and family referrals to community agencies when appropriate
Provides financial counseling when necessary to achieve the treatment goals established by the multi- disciplinary team
May be required to respond to crisis situations, including domestic violence and child abuse
May be required to provide witness services and evidence in court cases
Visits schools to assess academic concerns
Works with government agencies to help clients apply for Medicare and Medicaid when appropriate
Arranges home visits to evaluate a patient/client health, home environment and family interaction/support
Assists patient/family/caregivers in planning for present and future psychosocial needs
Observes and reports patient progress and/or changes in patient status to physician and appropriate multi- disciplinary team members
Adheres to facility and Amergis policies and procedures at all times
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education required
Active license as an LCSW in state of practice required
Minimum of one year of social work experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
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Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
$65k-91k yearly est. 4d ago
Capacity Management Specialist
Crystal Equation Corporation 4.2
Social worker job in Fremont, CA
Capacity Management and Operations is a new team supporting multiple internal Client organizations. We manage their Capacity Management process, improving it where necessary, and provide operational support for the work pipeline. Our engineers help resolve capacity regression cases which save the Client millions in data center running costs per year. We also enable the most cutting edge work by aligning the demand and supply for critical infrastructure.
Quick learning is the most critical part of this job. Each internal Client org is different, most of them are using custom tools and have different needs. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in cross-functional capacity management or operations, but must be open to navigate a steep learning curve. Experience with automation, scripting and coding will be a great asset. Good communication is a must.
Key tasks
Maintain consistent communication with key stakeholders in each Client org to manage their current and future needs
Act as the owner of and actively develop the Capacity Management framework
Collaborate cross-functionally on a daily basis with stakeholders from multiple Client orgs
Support engineers in implementing the framework for each specific Client org case
Support the Client orgs in capacity planning and building their capacity monitoring processes
Act as a SPOC for non-standard requests related to Capacity Management and Operations service
Report on team's performance
Qualifications / requirements
3+ years of experience in Technical Project/Program Management
Good understanding of capacity planning and monitoring
Expert communication skills in English - both spoken and written - including being proactive about communication with team members and beyond the team
Ability to work in a highly dynamic, large-scale environment
Willingness to learn and the desire to gain knowledge and skills to constantly improve qualifications
Some extent of flexibility to participate in oncall rotation and oncall handover meetings
THE PROMISES WE MAKE:
Pay range is $60-$65 per hour with full benefits available, including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, parental leave, and more. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
At Crystal Equation, we empower people and advance technology initiatives by building trust. Your recruiter will prep you for the interview, obtain feedback, guide you through any necessary paperwork and provide everything you need for a successful start. We will serve to empower you along the way and provide the path for your professional journey.
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$60-65 hourly 1d ago
Manager Social Services Case Management - LCSW - Emergency & Inpatient Hospital
Case Management Society of America (CMSA) 4.4
Social worker job in San Francisco, CA
At Kaiser Permanente, our focus on total health allows us to work as one. As one team driven by talented, passionate health care professionals. One community focused on making healthy choices. One organization using the latest innovations and most advanced care to serve 12.5 million people across the country. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in each member's mind, body, and spirit, join us at the heart of health care.
Manager Social Services Case Management - LCSW - Emergency & Inpatient Hospital
South San Francisco, California
Full-Time, Salary Range: $133,000 - $172,040 / year
$10,000 Sign on Bonus
19 Days PTO, Pension Program
Develops and monitors the social services programs for the CSA. Establishes and maintains standards, quality levels, cost effective, and customer focused services. Establishes interfaces with community services.
Responsibilities
Plans, develops, implements and maintains social services policies and procedures, delivery of social work programs, and discharge planning services.
Oversees social services case management activities.
Manages staff activities, ensures their competencies, and develops/presents inservices.
Recommends, develops, and implements new programs enhancing services to specialized patient populations and reducing hospital and office visit utilization.
Develops and manages departmental budget.
Identifies and implements opportunities for cost reduction and improved services.
Identifies community resources for our members.
Collaborates with community organizations in developing new programs or enhancing current community services which are available to Kaiser members.
Develops, implements, and monitors the quality assurance of the social services programs and staff.
Identifies issues which interfere with the delivery of services and develops techniques to resolve them.
Collaborates with medical center departments, community agencies and health plan members on matters related to discharge planning and ensures that services are provided in an integrated fashion.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Basic Qualifications
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience in medical social work.
Education
Master's degree in Social Work from an institution accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
License, Certification, Registration
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (California) required at hire
Driver's License (California)
Basic Life Support
National Provider Identifier required at hire
Additional Requirements
Sound knowledge of fiscal management theories and principles.
Knowledge of different levels of health care; understanding of human development and psychodynamic theories.
Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience in medical social work preferred.
For immediate consideration, please visit kp.org/careers for complete qualifications and job submission details, referencing job number 1362478.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.
This position supports Kaiser Permanente's code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.
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$133k-172k yearly 4d ago
Special Needs Support Worker
Addus Homecare Corporation
Social worker job in San Francisco, CA
Pay rates ranging from $16.90 to $22 dollars per hour!
Currently looking to hire aides for all shifts; daytime, evening, and overnights. Also hiring weekend aides.
Arcadia Home Care & Staffing is hiring immediately for Special Needs Support Worker to work with adults and children. This rewarding, entry-level position provides consistent, flexible full-time/part-time hours to accommodate your personal needs, while providing a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader.
Arcadia Home Care & Staffing is part of the Addus HomeCare family of companies.
If you have a drive to help others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling, independent career with an organization that encourages and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.
Personal Care Aides Perks:
Healthcare benefits
Flexible schedule
Direct deposit
We offer Per Diem schedules with buildable hours - perfect for those who need flexibility and want to pick up more shifts as they go.
Personal Care Aides Responsibilities:
Assist with personal care
Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation
Transport client to appointments and daily errands
Personal Care Aides Qualifications:
Able to pass a criminal background check
Reliable transportation
Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized
2 references (1 professional, 1 personal)
Experience caring for individuals with disabilities (kids or adults)
We welcome applicants with different levels of experience - whether you're an experienced caregiver, a CNA, come from a patient care related field, or even have your own experience with a family member.
Addus HomeCare is one of the nation's largest personal home care and customer service providers. As a client-focused, innovative company, we have a simple approach: We provide great care and we pay attention. Our staff shares a genuine passion for helping people and conducts all services efficiently, with a thoroughness to ensure lower health care costs while maintaining the highest quality of life for our consumers.
We are hiring immediately! Apply now to learn more about starting your home care career with Addus.
Addus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We may text you during the hiring process. By proceeding, you give us permission to text you at the mobile number provided. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply 'Opt Out' at any time if you no longer wish to receive text messages regarding our opportunities.
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Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index.
$16.9-22 hourly 1d ago
Community Outreach Worker I
Alameda County Health 4.4
Social worker job in San Francisco, CA
PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. An Alameda County Job Application is required to be considered for ALL County recruitments.
Alameda County Public Health Department, Community Health Service Division, is recruiting for a *temporary:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
$31.14-$37.82 Hour!
Alameda County Human Resource Services
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT POOL
***Temporary employees are not entitled to full County benefits.
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Temporary Assignments: Assignments vary in duration depending on the needs of the department. An assignment may end at any time. To obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open.
*Assignments are expected to last approximately 12 months to 18 months depending on the need of the department.
Public Health's COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION
Division Mission
The mission of Community Health Services (CHS) is to encourage, support and empower residents to be healthy, build capacity for self-sufficiency, and improve the health and well-being of the community.
The Division focuses on neighborhood-based community strategies that address root causes of health and social inequity in public education and income and economic development.
Key strategies that the Division currently uses include:
Promoting healthy choices through policy development, community engagement, education and information dissemination
Protecting the health and well-being of residents with appropriate interventions and health policies based on state-of-the-art knowledge
Ensuring access to quality health and social services through collaboration with individuals, families, institutions and available resources in the community
Providing culturally and ethnically sensitive services to the community
Engaging in on-going planning and evaluation in partnership with the community
THE POSITION
Under general supervision performs casework and a variety of community and educational outreach activities in health care, public safety, or social services programs; acts as a liaison between communities, agencies, other resources and services and program staff; and to do related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary in order to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the job.
Performs community in reach/outreach and/or health education activities to targeted groups and/or individuals.
Provides programmatic information to community-based providers, schools and the public.
Informs clients of community services available and may contact those agencies/ community-based organizations on clients' behalf.
Identifies community resources appropriate to meet clients' needs as identified by re-entry care plan that can aid in their long-term success.
Provides residents, community groups and volunteers with educational information concerning health, employment, barrier removal, housing, or social service programs in Alameda County.
Provides supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
Translates educational and other resource materials for specific targeted populations.
Attends staff conferences; represents staff in community-agency meetings.
Assists professional staff by conducting non-clinical interviews with clients and relatives and collecting client data information regarding medical/social history, following established protocols.
Acts as liaison between client, relatives, guardians, employers, physicians, and service providers on behalf of clients utilizing established protocols.
Participates in special projects such as researching information, summarizing data, and preparing narrative reports.
Processes risk assessment questionnaires utilized by professional staff to determine client needs.
Collects and delivers (if applicable) participant's informed consent forms and/or questionnaires to designated staff.
Recruits volunteers to attend drug treatment programs at participating drug treatment centers or other needed service programs.
If certified, may be required to perform Tuberculin Skin Tests, draw blood, or collect lab samples from clients and properly store and deliver to appropriate laboratory.
Assists with the coordination and delivery of preventive health care programs and participates in health fairs and community events.
Assists in the implementation of case management plans under the supervision of professional staff.
Prepares a variety of letters, memos, and other written materials; may enter information into and access multiple databases or use information from various sources to prepare such materials.
Delivers grade-level and age-appropriate classroom education on preventive health subjects in preschools, elementary schools, junior high and high schools.
Links school personnel with available health services and health insurance coverage for students.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE:
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience working in a community outreach program performing duties such as: Intake, peer counseling, obtaining personal history data, re-entry assessments, non-clinical assessments, providing client community health education, program screening, placement, and referral.
SUBSTITUTION:
The equivalent of an AA degree (60 semester or 90 quarter units) from an accredited college in health services, social science health education or a related field, such as Psychology or Counseling, may be substituted for one (1) year of full-time experience.
*PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experienced COW required with culturally competent working in diverse communities, with focus on Black/African American communities
HOW TO APPLY
An Alameda County application is required to be considered for this recruitment.
Please email the Job Application and a cover letter to:
Tyler (*********************)
Alameda County's job application template is available online on Alameda County's Online Employment Center at:
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NEW USERS can click on “I am a NEW USER” to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, please click on the “Review” tab to “Print/Save My Application”. A PDF version or digital scan of the application must be submitted to the email address above.
Alameda County Health Care Services Agency is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
$31.1-37.8 hourly 1d ago
Special Needs Support Worker
Ambercare 4.1
Social worker job in San Francisco, CA
Pay rates ranging from $16.90 to $22 dollars per hour! Currently looking to hire aides for all shifts; daytime, evening, and overnights. Also hiring weekend aides. Arcadia Home Care & Staffingis hiring immediately for Special Needs Support Worker to work with adults and children. This rewarding, entry-level position provides consistent, flexible full-time/part-time hours to accommodate your personal needs, while providing a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader.
Arcadia Home Care & Staffingis part of the Addus HomeCare family of companies.
If you have a drive to help others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling, independent career with an organization that encourages and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.
Personal Care Aides Perks:
Healthcare benefits
Flexible schedule
Direct deposit
We offer Per Diem schedules with buildable hours - perfect for those who need flexibility and want to pick up more shifts as they go.
Personal Care Aides Responsibilities:
Assist with personal care
Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation
Transport client to appointments and daily errands
Personal Care Aides Qualifications:
Able to pass a criminal background check
Reliable transportation
Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized
2 references (1 professional, 1 personal)
Experience caring for individuals with disabilities (kids or adults)
We welcome applicants with different levels of experience - whether you're an experienced caregiver, a CNA, come from a patient care related field, or even have your own experience with a family member.
Addus HomeCare is one of the nation's largest personal home care and customer service providers. As a client-focused, innovative company, we have a simple approach: We provide great care and we pay attention. Our staff shares a genuine passion for helping people and conducts all services efficiently, with a thoroughness to ensure lower health care costs while maintaining the highest quality of life for our consumers.
We are hiring immediately! Apply now to learn more about starting your home care career with Addus.
Addus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We may text you during the hiring process. By proceeding, you give us permission to text you at the mobile number provided. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply 'Opt Out' at any time if you no longer wish to receive text messages regarding our opportunities.
California applicants may be entitled to additional rights over their personal application. Prior to applying with Addus, please copy/paste the following in your browser to review our California privacy notice for employees and potential applicants: ****************************
Employee wellbeing is top priority at Addus Homecare, and we're thrilled to announce our recognition as the top healthcare company on Indeed's 2024 Top 100 Work Wellbeing Index.
$16.9-22 hourly 1d ago
Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
Thriveworks 4.3
Social worker job in Oakland, CA
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinical SocialWorkers to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Berkeley, CA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
At Thriveworks, we're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.
Who We Are
Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.
What We're Looking For
We're hiring independently licensed clinicians in California who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We're especially interested in:
Providers willing to see 25+ sessions per week
Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)
Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team
Those interested in clinical leadership or supervisory roles
Strong character matters - we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care
Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted LCSW in California
Must live and be licensed in the state where services are provided
Compensation:
Up to $115,400, based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.
What We Provide
We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on care. As a W2 employee, you'll receive:
Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
Paid orientation and annual pay increases
PTO and flexible scheduling (7am-10pm, 7 days/week)
No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
401k with 3% employer match
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
A vibrant clinical community-online and in person
Monthly peer consultations and professional development
A clear path for career growth and internal promotion
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you're seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you'll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose-and we think that says a lot.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that's changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
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Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
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$115.4k yearly 1d ago
Social Worker II, Resource Family Approval
Wayfinder Family Services 3.9
Social worker job in Martinez, CA
At Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state's most vulnerable children, youth and adults. Those with disabilities, those without a home of their own, those who have been abused and many, many more. We answer the call for them. We believe in the amazing potential in, and for, each and every one of them. And, together, we find a way to turn that potential into reality. Program and Role Summary: Our statewide Foster Care and Adoption programs match children and youth who have been displaced from their homes due to abuse or neglect with families that can provide safe, caring homes. Wayfinder recruits, trains and certifies resource (foster) families, some of whom ultimately adopt the children they foster. We emphasize a child achieving permanency, which can be reunification with birth parents, living with relatives, adoption or guardianship. The primary focus of the SocialWorker II is to be responsible for conducting resource family assessments for relative and non-relative families, completing reports approving or denying the family, or providing case management services to the family and youth until the case closes to reunification, guardianship, or adoption. Socialworkers may work in both roles simultaneously as needed. In case management, socialworkers will also develop, coordinate, and supervise treatment plans for children in kinship and unmatched family homes. The socialworker monitors the cases for safety, well-being, and progress on the case plan. Primary Responsibilities:
Facilitates the placement of children with resource families by coordinating with county/state placing agency staff.
Provides ongoing assessment of family needs and make appropriate referrals to services such as counseling, support groups and other applicable services and coordinate with county worker and/or other community agencies to identify assistance funding services.
Maintains accurate and thorough records of all services provided and document all assessments, meetings, decisions and reports.
Maintains regular therapeutic contact with the foster child or children receiving services.
Provides therapeutic interventions on an ongoing basis and during crises.
Provides ongoing support for families for the duration of their case.
Facilitates support and advisory groups for resource parents or youth.
Supervise and coordinates the scheduling of the visitation service providers in the RFA program.
Other duties as outlined in the position description.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Master's Degree from an accredited or state-approved graduate school in social work or social welfare, marriage, family and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology, or social psychology is required.
Familiarity with the laws, rules, and regulations governing the operations of public social services agencies, Foster Family Agency homes (FFA), Resource Family Approval (RFA), and adoptions is highly desirable.
Bilingual (Spanish), required.
Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three (3) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency's insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles.
Benefits: Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes:
Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us
Education tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Flexible spending account (FSA) plans
Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents
Additional Benefits:
This position provides a sign-on bonus in the amount of $2,000 (payable in two installments)
This position is eligible for a $2,000/yr bilingual differential.
Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.
Napa County is home to 140,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage. Located in the heart of California's preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Napa Valley's strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.
As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE.
Child Protective Services Workers I/II demonstrate complex social services techniques and expertise in their respective cases. Casework is generally in the areas of adoptions and protective services. The responsibilities may include authorizing the provision of services and, in some cases, directly providing such services.
Current graduate students who will graduate in the next three (3) months are strongly encouraged to apply. A letter from their graduate school which indicates that they are enrolled student in good standing and meeting all the requirements for the degree and the expected date that the degree be conferred is required for submission at the time of application. Failure to submit this documentation will result in disqualification from further consideration.
Vacancies may be filled at either the I or II level depending on education and experience. Being bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:
Child Protective Services Worker I: ($52.27 - $62.44 Hourly)
Experience
No experience required.
Education
Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on SocialWorker Education (CSWE) or a Master's Degree from a two-year counseling program from an accredited college or University. (Qualifying Master's Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised placement as a part of course curriculum).
Child Protective Services Worker II: ($56.01 - $67.08 Hourly)
Experience
One year of post-graduate paid case management/social work experience in a public, private, or nonprofit agency within Child Protective Services. Qualifying post-graduate case management/social work experience must include: primary responsibility for a long-term caseload, development of service/treatment plans; investigations of child abuse reports; monitoring compliance through home calls, field calls, and other personal contact; modification of treatment plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions for non-compliance, impacting benefits or services.
Education
Possession of a Master's Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on SocialWorker Education (CSWE) or a Master's Degree from a two-year counseling program from an accredited college or University. (Qualifying Master's Degrees in counseling include Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, Addiction Counseling, and Counseling Psychology that included a supervised placement as a part of course curriculum).
Qualifying post-graduate paid case management/social work experience must include: primary responsibility for a long-term caseload, development of service/treatment plans; investigations of child abuse reports; monitoring compliance through home calls, field calls, and other personal contact; modification of treatment plans as needed/required; and authority to impose sanctions for non-compliance, impacting benefits or services.
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreed Salary Increases and Winter Time Off:
3.5% COLA increase effective 7/1/2026
32.0 hours of Winter Time Off
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required upon appointment.
Employees must have the ability to travel to designated locations.
* Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County. For continued employment with Napa County, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Loss of the required State licensure may result in termination or reassignment.
THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
1. Applications will be accepted on-line on a continuous basis.
2. Subject Matter Experts will review responses from supplemental questions on a continuous basis. The most qualified candidates from the scoring of supplemental questions will be invited to an Oral Panel Interview.
3. Oral Panel Interviews will be scheduled on a continuous basis by the hiring department. The most qualified candidates from Oral Panel Interviews will be placed on the eligibility list and referred to the hiring manager for further consideration.
Human Resources reserves the right to make changes to the recruitment process and schedule at any time.View the full job description including the example of duties for Child Protective Services Worker I HERE and Child Protective Services Worker II HERE.
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquake, wildfire, power outage, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (CA Govt Code § 3102).
Benefits
Learn more about the benefits package for this position HERE.
ADA Accommodation
Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at **************.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$42k-53k yearly est. 8d ago
Social Worker - Bay Area Region
Leap of California 4.4
Social worker job in San Bruno, CA
Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individuals' disabilities range from Down syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities. Our team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to making a positive impact on the developmentally disabled community.
As a SocialWorker with LEAP, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. We seek a passionate team player who can successfully support program goals and daily operations. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success; we'll train you on the rest.
Do you have a combination of drive, a desire to help others, success, and a desire to make a change? If so, we welcome you to apply to join our dynamic team.
We are seeking applicants only located in the Bay Area Region (San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo county)
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide clinical interactions, including psychoeducation, mediation, advocacy, and crisis evaluation and response, in collaboration with individuals and their support teams.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for individuals, creating personalized case plans based on their unique needs and goals, and offering consistent guidance as they progress.
Conduct regular home and community visits to monitor individual well-being and service effectiveness.
Perform comprehensive needs assessments and connect individuals to appropriate services, including healthcare, outpatient programs, recreational resources, and other community supports.
Ensure all documentation and contact logs meet legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
Serve as an advocate to protect individual rights, ensuring access to services, benefits, and legal entitlements.
Collaborate with internal departments and external providers, including LEAP Consultants, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
Respond to crisis situations, providing timely de-escalation, intervention, and emotional support to highly agitated individuals.
Participate in the on-call rotation, offering coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Provide individual therapy and facilitate therapeutic groups, independently or under clinical supervision, as part of LEAP's Clinical Services.
Deliver person-centered care aligned with HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) rights.
Skills and Competencies:
Highly skilled in de-escalation techniques, crisis response, and assessing safety risks for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.
Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams, fostering trust and teamwork across systems of care.
Maintains confidentiality, exercises sound judgment, and upholds ethical standards in all interactions, including the handling of sensitive and protected information.
In-depth knowledge of community-based services and public systems, including SSI, Medi-Cal, APS, CPS, DDS, Regional Centers, Medical Centers, transportation agencies, and the legal/forensic programs.
Well-versed in behavioral health laws and ethical frameworks, including mandated reporting requirements and the NASW Code of Ethics.
Demonstrated dedication to continuous professional development through training, education, and continuous learning.
Work Environment and Schedule:
Occasional travel between sites, community events, and meetings.
Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with some flexibility required for evening or weekend events.
A hybrid or in-office schedule may be available depending on organizational needs.
Must be comfortable working in both office and community settings.
Occasional lifting or physical assistance may be required during events or site visits.
Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel locally.
Education:
A Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or Associate SocialWorker (ASW) required.
Experience:
3+ years' experience working with the DD/ID and dually diagnosed individuals
Prior experience in case management and behavioral health.
Prior experience interacting and working with Regional Centers, FHAs, or other services for people with developmental disabilities.
Experience providing individual, group therapy, or other clinical services.
Experience working with or leading multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with therapeutic arts, such as art, music, or dance therapy.
Why You'll Love Being at LEAP:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
4% Company Match
Vacation, Sick, and Mental Health Days
Internet reimbursement
Medical stipend
Flexible working arrangements
We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.
LEAP is an equal opportunity employer
$58k-93k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Social Work Specialist Intern @ Mt. Diablo Unified 2025-26 SY #2287
Mt. Diablo Unified School District 4.4
Social worker job in Concord, CA
TITLE: Social Work Intern
REPORTS TO: Chief, Pupil Services & Special Education or designee DEPARTMENT: Student Services
CLASSIFICATION: Classified
SALARY: Stipend: Base Annual of $5,000 (No days, work is within the school year)
BOARD APPROVED: February 2025
DEFINITION: Large suburban public district with approximately 29,000 students ranging from 3 to 21 years of age and a wide range of races/ethnicities, languages and socio-economic statuses. As its own SELPA, our district offers clinical supervision and field placement within the district's Wellness Centers, Multilingual support program, and Support Office for Access and Resources (SOAR).
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
E = Essential Functions (Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.) Internship experiences will be based on university program requirements.
Serve as an advocate for diverse families navigating the educational system.
Assists school staff in understanding the dynamics of family systems and in developing more effective strategies for working with diverse families.
Assist staff to adopt culturally relevant approaches for working effectively with students and families.
Participate on Coordinated Care Teams and Response to Intervention Teams to coordinate and track the delivery of support services for diverse students. - E
Provide individual or group counseling to address behaviors and psychosocial stressors that interfere with educational achievement. - E
In coordination with district personnel and outside service providers, identify the social, emotional, and educational needs of students. - E
Assist students and families to access culturally appropriate health, mental health and social services in the school district and in the community. - E
Interpret and share the perspectives of families through an equitable lens.
Utilize strength-based approaches in direct services with diverse students and families.
Learn and follow all professional and ethical standards for the social work profession, district policies and procedures, California Education Code, State and Federal law. - E
Ensure timely documentation of services provided and production of mid-year and end-of year utilization and efficacy reports. - E
Attend SST, IEP, and Section 504 meetings for students, as needed.
Provide resource information for administrators, teachers, support staff, students and families as needed. - E
Complete Medi-cal and/or Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) billing/documentation- E
Perform duties assigned by the Social Work Specialist or designee.- E
First year intern students:
Work 2 to 3 days a week
Second year intern students:
Work 3 to 4 days a week
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Abilities:
Hear and speak to train and exchange information in person and on the telephone; communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and manipulate paper; see to read, prepare documents and reports and to observe other personnel; site or stand for extended periods of time; work at a desk, conference table, small student classroom table, or in meetings in various configurations; hear and understand speech at normal levels; kneel, bend at the waist, reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally; lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements
Stipend: Base Annual of $5,000 (No days, work is within the school year)
BOARD APPROVED: February 2025
$40k-50k yearly est. 60d+ ago
YouthWorks Intern
City of Berkeley (Ca 4.7
Social worker job in Berkeley, CA
As a YouthWorks Intern, you will be placed at a City of Berkeley department or community-based organization for job experience and skill development. You'll gain exposure to the work environment and receive training and guidance toward professional development goals. Specific duties vary depending upon the department or organization to which assigned.
This comprehensive program helps participants develop skills in interviewing, resume writing, financial literacy, and employability while connecting with mentors from City government and local organizations.
Learn more about YouthWorks: ************************************************************************** typical way of gaining the knowledge and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to completion of the eighth grade.
Other requirements:
Must reside in Berkeley, California. May be required to work evenings or weekends. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.
Complete the Interest Form found on the YouthWorks page of the City website.
$33k-43k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Community Outreach Worker I
Alameda County Health 4.4
Social worker job in Santa Rosa, CA
PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. An Alameda County Job Application is required to be considered for ALL County recruitments.
Alameda County Public Health Department, Community Health Service Division, is recruiting for a *temporary:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
$31.14-$37.82 Hour!
Alameda County Human Resource Services
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT POOL
***Temporary employees are not entitled to full County benefits.
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Temporary Assignments: Assignments vary in duration depending on the needs of the department. An assignment may end at any time. To obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open.
*Assignments are expected to last approximately 12 months to 18 months depending on the need of the department.
Public Health's COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION
Division Mission
The mission of Community Health Services (CHS) is to encourage, support and empower residents to be healthy, build capacity for self-sufficiency, and improve the health and well-being of the community.
The Division focuses on neighborhood-based community strategies that address root causes of health and social inequity in public education and income and economic development.
Key strategies that the Division currently uses include:
Promoting healthy choices through policy development, community engagement, education and information dissemination
Protecting the health and well-being of residents with appropriate interventions and health policies based on state-of-the-art knowledge
Ensuring access to quality health and social services through collaboration with individuals, families, institutions and available resources in the community
Providing culturally and ethnically sensitive services to the community
Engaging in on-going planning and evaluation in partnership with the community
THE POSITION
Under general supervision performs casework and a variety of community and educational outreach activities in health care, public safety, or social services programs; acts as a liaison between communities, agencies, other resources and services and program staff; and to do related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary in order to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the job.
Performs community in reach/outreach and/or health education activities to targeted groups and/or individuals.
Provides programmatic information to community-based providers, schools and the public.
Informs clients of community services available and may contact those agencies/ community-based organizations on clients' behalf.
Identifies community resources appropriate to meet clients' needs as identified by re-entry care plan that can aid in their long-term success.
Provides residents, community groups and volunteers with educational information concerning health, employment, barrier removal, housing, or social service programs in Alameda County.
Provides supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
Translates educational and other resource materials for specific targeted populations.
Attends staff conferences; represents staff in community-agency meetings.
Assists professional staff by conducting non-clinical interviews with clients and relatives and collecting client data information regarding medical/social history, following established protocols.
Acts as liaison between client, relatives, guardians, employers, physicians, and service providers on behalf of clients utilizing established protocols.
Participates in special projects such as researching information, summarizing data, and preparing narrative reports.
Processes risk assessment questionnaires utilized by professional staff to determine client needs.
Collects and delivers (if applicable) participant's informed consent forms and/or questionnaires to designated staff.
Recruits volunteers to attend drug treatment programs at participating drug treatment centers or other needed service programs.
If certified, may be required to perform Tuberculin Skin Tests, draw blood, or collect lab samples from clients and properly store and deliver to appropriate laboratory.
Assists with the coordination and delivery of preventive health care programs and participates in health fairs and community events.
Assists in the implementation of case management plans under the supervision of professional staff.
Prepares a variety of letters, memos, and other written materials; may enter information into and access multiple databases or use information from various sources to prepare such materials.
Delivers grade-level and age-appropriate classroom education on preventive health subjects in preschools, elementary schools, junior high and high schools.
Links school personnel with available health services and health insurance coverage for students.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE:
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience working in a community outreach program performing duties such as: Intake, peer counseling, obtaining personal history data, re-entry assessments, non-clinical assessments, providing client community health education, program screening, placement, and referral.
SUBSTITUTION:
The equivalent of an AA degree (60 semester or 90 quarter units) from an accredited college in health services, social science health education or a related field, such as Psychology or Counseling, may be substituted for one (1) year of full-time experience.
*PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experienced COW required with culturally competent working in diverse communities, with focus on Black/African American communities
HOW TO APPLY
An Alameda County application is required to be considered for this recruitment.
Please email the Job Application and a cover letter to:
Tyler (*********************)
Alameda County's job application template is available online on Alameda County's Online Employment Center at:
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NEW USERS can click on “I am a NEW USER” to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, please click on the “Review” tab to “Print/Save My Application”. A PDF version or digital scan of the application must be submitted to the email address above.
Alameda County Health Care Services Agency is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
$31.1-37.8 hourly 1d ago
Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
Thriveworks 4.3
Social worker job in Hayward, CA
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinical SocialWorkers to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Fremont, CA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
At Thriveworks, we're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.
Who We Are
Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.
What We're Looking For
We're hiring independently licensed clinicians in California who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We're especially interested in:
Providers willing to see 25+ sessions per week
Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)
Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team
Those interested in clinical leadership or supervisory roles
Strong character matters - we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care
Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted LCSW in California
Must live and be licensed in the state where services are provided
Compensation:
Up to $115,400, based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.
What We Provide
We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on care. As a W2 employee, you'll receive:
Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
Paid orientation and annual pay increases
PTO and flexible scheduling (7am-10pm, 7 days/week)
No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
401k with 3% employer match
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
A vibrant clinical community-online and in person
Monthly peer consultations and professional development
A clear path for career growth and internal promotion
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you're seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you'll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose-and we think that says a lot.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that's changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-MS1
Interested in joining Team Thriveworks? We're thrilled to meet you!
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with any questions or concerns.
Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
By clicking Apply, you acknowledge that Thriveworks may contact you regarding your application.
$115.4k yearly 1d ago
Social Worker II, Sonoma Psycho-Social Assessment
Wayfinder Family Services 3.9
Social worker job in Santa Rosa, CA
At Wayfinder Family Services, we understand the unique challenges facing some of our state's most vulnerable children, youth and adults. Those with disabilities, those without a home of their own, those who have been abused and many, many more. We answer the call for them. We believe in the amazing potential in, and for, each and every one of them. And, together, we find a way to turn that potential into reality.
Program and Role Summary
Wayfinder's Sonoma Psycho Social Assessment program assesses resource families, including adoptive families, by completing resource family evaluations within county timeframes.
The primary focus on the SocialWorker, is to conduct resource family assessments for relative and non-relative families; and write the assessment in the county contract's allotted time. Psychosocial Assessment (PSA) SocialWorkers may also assist with finalizing the adoption for these families.
This is a part-time position budgeted for 29 hours/week with a varied schedule (weekend and evening availability, as needed). The PSA SocialWorker will provide support to both Contra Costa and Sonoma Counties, as needed.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assesses county-referred applicants to become an approved Resource Family.
Conducts a home environment assessment, and psychosocial assessment, and prepare a written report. Incorporate an assessment of an applicant's mental health and substance abuse into the risk assessment.
Provides ongoing assessments of family needs and makes appropriate referrals to services such as counseling, support groups, and other applicable services and coordinates with county workers and/or other community agencies to identify assistance funding services.
Maintains accurate and thorough records of all services provided and document all assessments, meetings, decisions, and reports.
Communicates needs, services, and progress with the referring agency, service provider, and applicants.
Provides therapeutic interventions on an ongoing basis and during crises.
Other duties as outlined in the position description.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Master's Degree from an accredited university in social work or social welfare, marriage, family and child counseling, child psychology, child development, counseling psychology, or social psychology is required.
Bilingual (Spanish), preferred.
Valid CA Driver License with a minimum of three (3) years good driving history and must be approved by the agency's insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles.
Benefits: Wayfinder is committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive which includes:
Paid Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy, 11 paid holidays, plus five winter holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 4%
Employee referral program: Encourage your colleagues to join us
Education tuition assistance program: Invest in your career development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Flexible spending account (FSA) plans
Eligibility and other benefits are outlined in plan documents
Additional Benefits Offered for this role:
Training and professional development
Wayfinder Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment background and drug screenings.
$56k-92k yearly est. 11d ago
Social Worker - Bay Area Region
Leap of California 4.4
Social worker job in San Bruno, CA
Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individuals' disabilities range from Down syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities.Our team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to making a positive impact on the developmentally disabled community.
As a SocialWorker with LEAP, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. We seek a passionate team player who can successfully support program goals and daily operations. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success; we'll train you on the rest.
Do you have a combination of drive, a desire to help others, success, and a desire to make a change? If so, we welcome you to apply to join our dynamic team.
We are seeking applicants only located in the Bay AreaRegion(San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo county)
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide clinical interactions, including psychoeducation, mediation, advocacy, and crisis evaluation and response, in collaboration with individuals and their support teams.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for individuals, creating personalized case plans based on their unique needs and goals, and offering consistent guidance as they progress.
Conduct regular home and community visits to monitor individual well-being and service effectiveness.
Perform comprehensive needs assessments and connect individuals to appropriate services, including healthcare, outpatient programs, recreational resources, and other community supports.
Ensure all documentation and contact logs meet legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
Serve as an advocate to protect individual rights, ensuring access to services, benefits, and legal entitlements.
Collaborate with internal departments and external providers, including LEAP Consultants, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
Respond to crisis situations, providing timely de-escalation, intervention, and emotional support to highly agitated individuals.
Participate in the on-call rotation, offering coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Provide individual therapy and facilitate therapeutic groups, independently or under clinical supervision, as part of LEAPs Clinical Services.
Deliver person-centered care aligned with HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) rights.
Skills and Competencies:
Highly skilled in de-escalation techniques, crisis response, and assessing safety risks for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.
Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams, fostering trust and teamwork across systems of care.
Maintains confidentiality, exercises sound judgment, and upholds ethical standards in all interactions, including the handling of sensitive and protected information.
In-depth knowledge of community-based services and public systems, including SSI, Medi-Cal, APS, CPS, DDS, Regional Centers, Medical Centers, transportation agencies, and the legal/forensic programs.
Well-versed in behavioral health laws and ethical frameworks, including mandated reporting requirements and the NASW Code of Ethics.
Demonstrated dedication to continuous professional development through training, education, and continuous learning.
Work Environment and Schedule:
Occasional travel between sites, community events, and meetings.
Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with some flexibility required for evening or weekend events.
A hybrid or in-office schedule may be available depending on organizational needs.
Must be comfortable working in both office and community settings.
Occasional lifting or physical assistance may be required during events or site visits.
Must have a valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel locally.
Education:
A Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or Associate SocialWorker (ASW) required.
Experience:
3+ years' experience working with the DD/ID and dually diagnosed individuals
Prior experience in case management and behavioral health.
Prior experience interacting and working with Regional Centers, FHAs, or other services for people with developmental disabilities.
Experience providing individual, group therapy, or other clinical services.
Experience working with or leading multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with therapeutic arts, such as art, music, or dance therapy.
Why You'll Love Being at LEAP:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
4% Company Match
Vacation, Sick, and Mental Health Days
Internet reimbursement
Medical stipend
Flexible working arrangements
We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.
LEAP is an equal opportunity employer
$58k-93k yearly est. 12d ago
Community Outreach Worker I
Alameda County Health 4.4
Social worker job in Fremont, CA
PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY. An Alameda County Job Application is required to be considered for ALL County recruitments.
Alameda County Public Health Department, Community Health Service Division, is recruiting for a *temporary:
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
$31.14-$37.82 Hour!
Alameda County Human Resource Services
TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT POOL
***Temporary employees are not entitled to full County benefits.
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Temporary Assignments: Assignments vary in duration depending on the needs of the department. An assignment may end at any time. To obtain a regular position, the appointee will need to compete successfully in a County Exam when open.
*Assignments are expected to last approximately 12 months to 18 months depending on the need of the department.
Public Health's COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION
Division Mission
The mission of Community Health Services (CHS) is to encourage, support and empower residents to be healthy, build capacity for self-sufficiency, and improve the health and well-being of the community.
The Division focuses on neighborhood-based community strategies that address root causes of health and social inequity in public education and income and economic development.
Key strategies that the Division currently uses include:
Promoting healthy choices through policy development, community engagement, education and information dissemination
Protecting the health and well-being of residents with appropriate interventions and health policies based on state-of-the-art knowledge
Ensuring access to quality health and social services through collaboration with individuals, families, institutions and available resources in the community
Providing culturally and ethnically sensitive services to the community
Engaging in on-going planning and evaluation in partnership with the community
THE POSITION
Under general supervision performs casework and a variety of community and educational outreach activities in health care, public safety, or social services programs; acts as a liaison between communities, agencies, other resources and services and program staff; and to do related work as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary in order to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent to the job.
Performs community in reach/outreach and/or health education activities to targeted groups and/or individuals.
Provides programmatic information to community-based providers, schools and the public.
Informs clients of community services available and may contact those agencies/ community-based organizations on clients' behalf.
Identifies community resources appropriate to meet clients' needs as identified by re-entry care plan that can aid in their long-term success.
Provides residents, community groups and volunteers with educational information concerning health, employment, barrier removal, housing, or social service programs in Alameda County.
Provides supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
Translates educational and other resource materials for specific targeted populations.
Attends staff conferences; represents staff in community-agency meetings.
Assists professional staff by conducting non-clinical interviews with clients and relatives and collecting client data information regarding medical/social history, following established protocols.
Acts as liaison between client, relatives, guardians, employers, physicians, and service providers on behalf of clients utilizing established protocols.
Participates in special projects such as researching information, summarizing data, and preparing narrative reports.
Processes risk assessment questionnaires utilized by professional staff to determine client needs.
Collects and delivers (if applicable) participant's informed consent forms and/or questionnaires to designated staff.
Recruits volunteers to attend drug treatment programs at participating drug treatment centers or other needed service programs.
If certified, may be required to perform Tuberculin Skin Tests, draw blood, or collect lab samples from clients and properly store and deliver to appropriate laboratory.
Assists with the coordination and delivery of preventive health care programs and participates in health fairs and community events.
Assists in the implementation of case management plans under the supervision of professional staff.
Prepares a variety of letters, memos, and other written materials; may enter information into and access multiple databases or use information from various sources to prepare such materials.
Delivers grade-level and age-appropriate classroom education on preventive health subjects in preschools, elementary schools, junior high and high schools.
Links school personnel with available health services and health insurance coverage for students.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH WORKER I
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE:
The equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience working in a community outreach program performing duties such as: Intake, peer counseling, obtaining personal history data, re-entry assessments, non-clinical assessments, providing client community health education, program screening, placement, and referral.
SUBSTITUTION:
The equivalent of an AA degree (60 semester or 90 quarter units) from an accredited college in health services, social science health education or a related field, such as Psychology or Counseling, may be substituted for one (1) year of full-time experience.
*PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experienced COW required with culturally competent working in diverse communities, with focus on Black/African American communities
HOW TO APPLY
An Alameda County application is required to be considered for this recruitment.
Please email the Job Application and a cover letter to:
Tyler (*********************)
Alameda County's job application template is available online on Alameda County's Online Employment Center at:
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NEW USERS can click on “I am a NEW USER” to fill out an application template. Once the application is completed, please click on the “Review” tab to “Print/Save My Application”. A PDF version or digital scan of the application must be submitted to the email address above.
Alameda County Health Care Services Agency is enriched with a diverse workforce. We believe the best way to deliver optimal programs and services to our communities is to hire and promote talents that are representative of the communities we serve. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
$31.1-37.8 hourly 1d ago
Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
Thriveworks 4.3
Social worker job in El Cerrito, CA
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinical SocialWorkers to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Berkeley, CA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
At Thriveworks, we're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.
Who We Are
Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.
What We're Looking For
We're hiring independently licensed clinicians in California who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We're especially interested in:
Providers willing to see 25+ sessions per week
Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)
Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team
Those interested in clinical leadership or supervisory roles
Strong character matters - we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care
Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted LCSW in California
Must live and be licensed in the state where services are provided
Compensation:
Up to $115,400, based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.
What We Provide
We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on care. As a W2 employee, you'll receive:
Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
Paid orientation and annual pay increases
PTO and flexible scheduling (7am-10pm, 7 days/week)
No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
401k with 3% employer match
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
A vibrant clinical community-online and in person
Monthly peer consultations and professional development
A clear path for career growth and internal promotion
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you're seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you'll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose-and we think that says a lot.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that's changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
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Thriveworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our people are our most valuable assets. We embrace and encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We encourage and welcome diverse candidates to apply for any position you are qualified for to bring your unique perspective to our team.
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$115.4k yearly 1d ago
Social Worker - North Bay Region
Leap of California 4.4
Social worker job in Napa, CA
Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individuals' disabilities range from Down syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities. Our team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to making a positive impact on the developmentally disabled community.
As a SocialWorker with LEAP, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. We seek a passionate team player who can successfully support program goals and daily operations. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success; we'll train you on the rest.
Do you have a combination of drive, a desire to help others, success, and a desire to make a change? If so, we welcome you to apply to join our dynamic team.
We are seeking applicants only located in the North Bay Region (Sonoma, Solano, and Napa counties).
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide clinical interactions, including psychoeducation, mediation, advocacy, and crisis evaluation and response, in collaboration with individuals and their support teams.
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for individuals, creating personalized case plans based on their unique needs and goals, and offering consistent guidance as they progress.
Conduct regular home and community visits to monitor individual well-being and service effectiveness.
Perform comprehensive needs assessments and connect individuals to appropriate services, including healthcare, outpatient programs, recreational resources, and other community supports.
Ensure all documentation and contact logs meet legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
Serve as an advocate to protect individual rights, ensuring access to services, benefits, and legal entitlements.
Collaborate with internal departments and external providers, including LEAP Consultants, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
Respond to crisis situations, providing timely de-escalation, intervention, and emotional support to highly agitated individuals.
Participate in the on-call rotation, offering coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Provide individual therapy and facilitate therapeutic groups, independently or under clinical supervision, as part of LEAP's Clinical Services.
Deliver person-centered care aligned with HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) rights.
Skills and Competencies:
Highly skilled in de-escalation techniques, crisis response, and assessing safety risks for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.
Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams, fostering trust and teamwork across systems of care.
Maintains confidentiality, exercises sound judgment, and upholds ethical standards in all interactions, including the handling of sensitive and protected information.
In-depth knowledge of community-based services and public systems, including SSI, Medi-Cal, APS, CPS, DDS, Regional Centers, Medical Centers, transportation agencies, and the legal/forensic programs.
Well-versed in behavioral health laws and ethical frameworks, including mandated reporting requirements and the NASW Code of Ethics.
Demonstrated dedication to continuous professional development through training, education, and continuous learning.
Work Environment and Schedule:
Occasional travel between sites, community events, and meetings.
Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with some flexibility required for evening or weekend events.
A hybrid or in-office schedule may be available depending on organizational needs.
Must be comfortable working in both office and community settings.
Occasional lifting or physical assistance may be required during events or site visits.
Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel locally.
Education:
A Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or Associate SocialWorker (ASW) required.
Experience:
3+ years' experience working with the DD/ID and dually diagnosed individuals
Prior experience in case management and behavioral health.
Prior experience interacting and working with Regional Centers, FHAs, or other services for people with developmental disabilities.
Experience providing individual, group therapy, or other clinical services.
Experience working with or leading multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with therapeutic arts, such as art, music, or dance therapy.
Why You'll Love Being at LEAP:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
4% Company Match
Vacation, Sick, and Mental Health Days
Internet reimbursement
Medical stipend
Flexible working arrangements
We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.
LEAP is an equal opportunity employer
How much does a social worker earn in Richmond, CA?
The average social worker in Richmond, CA earns between $41,000 and $97,000 annually. This compares to the national average social worker range of $37,000 to $67,000.
Average social worker salary in Richmond, CA
$63,000
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