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Social Worker

Location : El Cajon
Job Type : Temp/Contract
Reference Code : El Cajon
Job Industry : Healthcare - Health Services

Job Description :

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:




  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide case management




  • Connect patients to community resources and internal programs




  • Utilize the PRAPARE tool to assess social determinants of health




  • Develop and monitor individualized care plans




  • Coordinate with healthcare providers and patient support networks




  • Document interactions and unmet needs in EMR (NextGen)




  • Navigate patients through the Community Information Exchange (CIE)




  • Advocate for patients while respecting confidentiality




  • Maintain knowledge of service areas and available resources




  • Uphold HIPAA, OSHA, and compliance standards




 


Required Qualifications :

 




  • Bachelor’s in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field




  • Current CA driver’s license and reliable transportation with insurance




  • First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 6 months)




  • 6+ months in a clinical setting; 1+ year as a Case Manager preferred




  • Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills




  • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required




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