VMFH Division Support Services·Enumclaw, Washington
Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive care plans to support individuals and families facing complex challenges. Coordinate transitions of care and connect patients with community resources to address social determinants of health.
Where You’ll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891.
Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve.
This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education.
Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence.
When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Social Worker, you will be a compassionate advocate, providing vital support and guidance to individuals and families facing complex challenges.Every day, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop care plans, provide counseling and crisis intervention, and connect clients to resources.
You'll advocate for clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support and promote well-being.To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, strong knowledge of community resources, and proven crisis management abilities, fostering positive change and client empowerment.
Providing developmentally appropriate care for all populations served: plan for the safe discharge and continuity of care, recognize and plan for the unique needs of all ages, the physically disabled, mentally ill, chronically ill, terminally ill, and vulnerable patients.Advocacy and education: patient/family self-care management; patient/family health management education; bioethics referrals and management; physician, staff, and community education; case/care management/coordination education and training; risk management identification and referral.Psychosocial management: crisis intervention; psychosocial assessment/functioning; counseling support and referral; abuse/neglect/trafficking identification, assessment, and referral (partner, child, elder, etc.); family issues affecting care; coping/emotional adjustment; grief/bereavement support (individual and group); adoption, surrogacy, and safe surrender support, management, and resources; health/wellness promotion; substance abuse screening, management, and resources; psychiatric screening, management, and resources; staff support; assessing, addressing, managing, and resources related to social determinants of health (e.g. housing and food insecurity, transportation).Patient/Family Care Conferences: interdisciplinary care communication/coordination related to continuity/transitions of care planning and management.
Continuity/Transition Management: As part of Care Management/Coordination team, facilitation of patient decisions and communications regarding post-acute care; professional responsibility for knowledge of community resources related to clinical social work scope of service and functions and Licensed Clinical Social Worker discretion; maintaining appropriate up-to-date resource lists; education for patients/families about availability of community resources; mental health service and support coordination; grave disability, palliative care/end-of-life, and hospice patient/family support, referrals, and management; interventions, management, and coordination of transition planning for psychosocially complex cases.Community Resource Coordination: life-care planning; expert consultation on health care resource management; team and patient education regarding various health-related insurance/support programs (e.g.
CCS/Medicare/Medicaid/SSI); building and maintaining community relationships to address needs of patients experiencing homelessness and to meet other social determinants of health needs.
Performance & Outcomes Management: in-depth understanding and application of federal/state/local regulatory agency guidelines, The Joint Commission standards, and other regulatory and accreditation requirements; implement evidence-based practices; support organizational financial performance, length of stay, cost per case, readmission prevention efforts and revenue cycle goals.Provide support and social work services to outpatients if directed by Care Coordination leaders.Participate in performance improvement teams and programs as necessary.
Demonstrate behavior that aligns with the Mission and Core Values of the Organization.Responsible for completing required education within established timeframes.Adhere to all hospital policies, standards of practice and Federal or State regulations pertaining to their practice.Clinical Supervision: opportunity to support provision of clinical supervision to staff seeking licensure.Provide billable clinical services when appropriate and complete related documentation.
Job Requirements Required Masters Other from a school of social work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education and At least 2 Years Post-MSW experience, upon hire and Licensed Clinical Social Worker: WA, (LICSW) upon hire Preferred Minimum 5-Year Post-MSW healthcare experience
Requires a Master's degree from a CSWE-accredited school of social work and a valid Washington State LICSW license. A minimum of 2 years post-MSW experience is required, with 5 years of healthcare experience preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Washington are typically supported by steady demand from outpatient, community, and telehealth settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for a current unrestricted clinical license, experience with evidence-based therapy, and the ability to work from a HIPAA-compliant home office. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license status and prepare examples of your therapy approach before applying.