Using evidenced based guidelines and best practice as a foundation, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing bio-psycho-social assessments, care coordination and clinical interventions, program development & discharge planning. Effectively intervenes with medically and psychosocially complex patients, while demonstrating the ability to understand complex dynamics related to the clinical situation. Medical Social Worker ensures that the patient and family experience adhere to Cottage Health Patient First Philosophy and is consistent with the Mission and Vision of our health care organization.

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW) degree from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited School of Social Work. Please note that LCSW is preferred, but not required for this position.

Certifications

Minimum: Current California Clinical Social Work License (LCSW) required upon hire. California Children Services (CCS) paneling is required within six months of hire.

Preferred: California Children Services (CCS) paneling is required within six months of hire. Certified Social Worker in Health Care (C-SWHC)

Years Experience

1-2 years of relevant clinical social work experience required

3-4 years of related experience in a healthcare setting preferred
Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love.

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SBCH Medical Social Work, Per-Diem, 8 hours, Days, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital