Social Worker MSW - Inpatient Case Management

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Additional Job Description Summary/Responsibilities/Requirements:

• In addition to direct patient care, this role encompasses responsibilities for training, mentoring, and precepting new team members, students, and interns as delegated, supporting the ongoing development of a high-performing and compassionate care team.

• Serve as a preceptor for new social workers, interns and students, providing guidance, mentorship, and support during onboarding and training.

• Facilitate training sessions and contribute to the development of educational materials to enhance staff competencies in case management and psychosocial care.

• Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and implement best practices in social work and emergency department case management.

• Experience in training, mentoring, or precepting new staff or students is highly desirable.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, 7:00am - 5:30pm, Rotating Weekends

*** URGENTLY HIRING - $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS with 24-month commitment. ***

Position Summary

The Social Worker MSW is an excellent opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for aiding participants and their families with personal and environmental difficulties that predispose illness or interfere with remaining in their home environment. In this role you will be able to apply your strong analysis, interpretation and interpersonal skills to support patients through complex issues.

Responsibilities:

• You will administer assessment tools and gather data for assessment, and to assess for optional needed services
• You will interview families to determine social work needs of the participant
• You will contact community resources to coordinate services
• You will provide initial and on-going assessment of participant's social, emotional and cognitive status and needs, involving participant and other staff members in the assessment
• You will ensure accurate documentation is maintained for all assessments, treatment plans, and evaluations

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• LSWAIC, LMHC, LMFT, LASW, LICSW, AAC as required by department. Individuals who have submitted a completed associate license application to the Washington State Department of Health may begin practicing under supervision for up to 120 days while their application is pending.
• Experience working in a hospital/acute situation or equivalent social service agency, experience relative to the medical social work function
• Depending on assigned area, BLS Certification may be required

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About the Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years

• Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future

• Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

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