Tenet Healthcare Corporation·Joshua Tree, California
Plans and implements social work services for patients and families, focusing on psychosocial and financial needs. Coordinates discharge planning and serves as an advocate for residents' rights and quality of life.
Shift: Days
Hours: 9a-5:30p
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Plans, organizes, and implements social work services for patients and families. Coordinates discharge planning services.
Quality
The employee demonstrates accuracy, and reliability, and assumes responsibility for the quality of work performed.
Follows District rules and regulations maintaining appropriate licensure, certification, and authorization required for employment.
Follows all infection control regulations and uses standard precautions appropriately.
Uses proper body mechanics and safety equipment. Performs duties in a safe manner.
Follows all safety, fire and disaster regulations. Is knowledgeable about hazardous materials and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used in the work area.
Reports safety hazards and injuries immediately to supervisor.
People
The employee works with the social service director and requests assistance/direction when needed.
Assumes responsibility for a clear and orderly work area.
Dresses appropriately for work assignment as per dress code.
Economics
The employee makes good use of time and resources, and completes works assignments.
Appropriately and consistently uses the time keeping system and completes corrections in a timely manner.
Performs work in a cost efficient method. Uses District resources appropriately.
Meets or exceeds District rules on attendance and tardiness.
Service
The employee meets or exceeds customer service expectations.
Our organization’s expectation is that all staff act in a way that promotes a positive patient experience. We are committed to treating each of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family members. Every team member will adopt AIDET as the framework for standard communication and will escalate any issues they cannot resolve themselves.
Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Recognized Designee Course Certificate. Must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 25 pounds and communicating effectively with staff and families.
Market context
In California, Social Service Assistant - Case Management roles are often tied to steady demand in healthcare, behavioral health, and community services, where coordination and client follow-up are ongoing needs. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree, comfort with light physical work, and readiness to work around potential exposure to contagious diseases. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to show case coordination, documentation, and client-support experience.
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