Medical Social Worker (Full Time, Day)
NorthBay Health, Fairfield, CA, United States
Job Description
At NorthBay Health the LCSW provides direct clinical social work service, counseling, discharge planning, and case management services to hospital patients and their families including biopsychosocial assessment and documentation of emotional, psychological, social, financial, environmental or follow-up referral needs. Ability to initiate and discontinue 5150 custodial holds within NorthBay Medical Center and VacaValley Emergency Rooms, and inpatient units. (5150 Custodial Hold: Welfare and Institutions Code section 5150 et seq. specifies the circumstances under which a person who is gravely disabled or a danger to themselves or others as a result of a mental illness may be detained against their will for psychiatric evaluation and treatment for up to 72 hours). Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare staff. Manages the psychosocially complex patient across the continuum of care by completing a clinical bio-psychosocial assessment, formulating a plan of care related to assessment of patient’s unique strengths and needs, developing a discharge plan, monitoring patient’s progress toward the goals of care, and identifying barriers to meeting estimated length of stay. Facilitates integration with community-based resources to optimize patient health. Collaboration with community partners to optimize patient health. Communicates appropriate information to care providers in the continuum of care. Documents assessment and interventions in patient’s medical record. Activities are consistent with System mission and values and in compliance with applicable regulations and System policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Master of Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
California BBS Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) required. ASW not required if grandfathered in with 40 years or more of social work experience. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred but not required for this position.
Minimum of two year’s experience within the acute health care setting or the community health setting, or intern or externship done at NorthBay HealthCare.
Strong psychosocial assessment skills.
Strong critical thinking skills- must be capable of independent judgment, and have strong clinical decision‑making skills.
Skilled at working with patients and families coping with loss and grief.
Excellent follow-through skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail required.
Must have working knowledge of motivational theories, system theories, developmental theories, and group dynamics.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including those with respect to age, culture, ethnicity, and gender.
Basic proficiency with word processing required; basic proficiency with databases strongly preferred.
Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
Hours Of Work
Based on business need.
May have schedules consisting of: 7:45 am‑4:15 pm or 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday‑Friday.
May require week‑end and holiday coverage responsibilities, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm when needed.
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long‑term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market‑based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
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At NorthBay Health the LCSW provides direct clinical social work service, counseling, discharge planning, and case management services to hospital patients and their families including biopsychosocial assessment and documentation of emotional, psychological, social, financial, environmental or follow-up referral needs. Ability to initiate and discontinue 5150 custodial holds within NorthBay Medical Center and VacaValley Emergency Rooms, and inpatient units. (5150 Custodial Hold: Welfare and Institutions Code section 5150 et seq. specifies the circumstances under which a person who is gravely disabled or a danger to themselves or others as a result of a mental illness may be detained against their will for psychiatric evaluation and treatment for up to 72 hours). Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare staff. Manages the psychosocially complex patient across the continuum of care by completing a clinical bio-psychosocial assessment, formulating a plan of care related to assessment of patient’s unique strengths and needs, developing a discharge plan, monitoring patient’s progress toward the goals of care, and identifying barriers to meeting estimated length of stay. Facilitates integration with community-based resources to optimize patient health. Collaboration with community partners to optimize patient health. Communicates appropriate information to care providers in the continuum of care. Documents assessment and interventions in patient’s medical record. Activities are consistent with System mission and values and in compliance with applicable regulations and System policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Master of Social Work from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
California BBS Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) required. ASW not required if grandfathered in with 40 years or more of social work experience. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred but not required for this position.
Minimum of two year’s experience within the acute health care setting or the community health setting, or intern or externship done at NorthBay HealthCare.
Strong psychosocial assessment skills.
Strong critical thinking skills- must be capable of independent judgment, and have strong clinical decision‑making skills.
Skilled at working with patients and families coping with loss and grief.
Excellent follow-through skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail required.
Must have working knowledge of motivational theories, system theories, developmental theories, and group dynamics.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including those with respect to age, culture, ethnicity, and gender.
Basic proficiency with word processing required; basic proficiency with databases strongly preferred.
Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
Hours Of Work
Based on business need.
May have schedules consisting of: 7:45 am‑4:15 pm or 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday‑Friday.
May require week‑end and holiday coverage responsibilities, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm when needed.
Interpersonal Skills and Values
Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
NorthBay Health Benefits Options
NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long‑term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market‑based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.
Compensation Structure
NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1–5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.
Remote Work Disclosure
NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.
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