Social Worker
Social Worker
Location: El Cajon, CA 92020
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $31.52- $40.37/hour
Requirements: Bachelors in social work or related field, CA Driver’s License with insured vehicle, First Aid/CPR (or willing to obtain), 6+ months clinical healthcare experience, 1+ year case management experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary (3-month assignment)
Position Summary:
We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Social Worker to join a dynamic team supporting high-risk and vulnerable populations in a clinical healthcare setting. This temp role focuses on case management, advocacy, and connecting patients with critical services that support their overall health and well-being.
Responsibilities:
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Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide case management
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Connect patients to community resources and internal programs
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Utilize the PRAPARE tool to assess social determinants of health
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Develop and monitor individualized care plans
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Coordinate with healthcare providers and patient support networks
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Document interactions and unmet needs in EMR (NextGen)
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Navigate patients through the Community Information Exchange (CIE)
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Advocate for patients while respecting confidentiality
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Maintain knowledge of service areas and available resources
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Uphold HIPAA, OSHA, and compliance standards
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Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
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Current CA driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance
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First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months)
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6+ months in a clinical setting; 1+ year as a Case Manager preferred
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Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
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Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required