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Patient Support Services Clinical Social Worker

St Mary Medical Center Long Beach, California
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The posted compensation range of $36.89 - $53.49 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-402460 Employment Type Full Time Department Care Program Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm) Remote No Category Mental Health
Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

One Community. One Mission. One California 


Responsibilities

The Patient Support Services (PSS) Clinical Social Worker provides individual and group therapy sessions to individuals living with HIV in a multidisciplinary outpatient medical clinic. This role involves providing behavioral health interventions in various evidence-based modalities, conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and coordinating care to enhance patients' overall well-being and treatment adherence.

  • Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments to identify client needs and develop comprehensive, multidisciplinary PSS Intervention Plans in collaboration with patients and the healthcare team.
  • Provide individual and group therapy sessions, as well as facilitate support groups, addressing issues such as new diagnosis, disclosure, treatment adherence, mental health concerns, and grief and loss.
  • Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments to identify client needs and develop comprehensive, multidisciplinary PSS Intervention Plans in collaboration with patients and the healthcare team.
  • Develop and maintain a supportive and therapeutic relationship with clients.
  • Actively participate in a multidisciplinary care team, communicating effectively with medical providers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.
  • Respond to immediate mental health crises during clinic visits, providing triage, de-escalation, and appropriate referrals to ensure patient safety and continuity of care.
  • Identify and connect patients with appropriate community resources for mental health services, substance use treatment, housing assistance, transportation, and other social support needs.
  • Document client progress and treatment plans in a timely and accurate manner.

Qualifications
  • Experience working with clients who have a history of trauma, substance abuse or mood disorders.
  • Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field.
  • Eligible to be licensed as a State Mental Health Professional.

Any of the following are acceptable:

  • ASW - Associate Social Worker
  • MFT - Marriage Family Therapist
  • LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].

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