Medical Social Worker (MSW) - New Grad
Company: Vivo HealthStaff
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting
for a Medical Social Worker in San Francisco for a wonderful
established healthcare organization. This is a full-time position
with salary and benefits. Position Overview: The Social Worker is
responsible for providing direct case management services to
patients. The main function of this role is to support patients and
their families/caregivers in dealing with social, emotional, and
practical aspects necessary for maintaining independence. Under the
guidance of the Social Work Lead, the Social Worker acts as a key
component of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), offering
assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information,
referral to community resources, and other social work services to
address the complex needs of patients and their families. Key
Responsibilities: Clinical Practices and Case Management - Exercise
independent judgment and discretion in managing a caseload of
patients. - Perform initial and ongoing psychosocial assessments to
develop, implement, and update tailored care plans and
interventions. - Collaborate with caregivers and support systems in
care planning and service delivery. - Identify and address risks
and other psychosocial issues. - Determine each patient's service
needs; advocate, refer, coordinate, and follow up promptly. -
Provide individual counseling and facilitate family meetings. -
Engage with broader community resources to fulfill specific patient
needs. - Conduct discharge planning upon a patient's exit from the
program. - Lead patient and/or caregiver groups and contribute to
events like weekend caregiver workshops. Interdisciplinary Team
Member Roles and Responsibilities - Serve as the primary link
between patients, caregivers, the team, and the community. -
Collaborate with internal departments and community agencies for
comprehensive care. - Uphold all ethical and legal standards of
social work practice. - Follow all clinic policies & procedures,
including those for confidentiality and safety. - Ensure timely and
accurate documentation. - Engage actively in team meetings,
advocating for patients and caregivers, resolving team differences,
and supporting team plans. - Promote and implement exceptional
service standards. - Participate in the enhancement of social work
services and system efficiency. Qualifications: - Master's degree
in Social Work from an accredited institution. - At least one year
of experience working with the frail or elderly population. -
Capable of serving a diverse patient base. - Proficient in
interdisciplinary team collaboration. - Excellent interpersonal,
organizational, and follow-up skills. - Strong written and verbal
communication abilities. - Competence in Microsoft Office and
general computer literacy. - Bilingual skills may be needed for
specific roles. - Preferred: Experience with electronic health
records, one year of post-MSW experience, case management, and
healthcare experience. Working Conditions: - Fieldwork in patient
homes and community settings may be required. - Travel to other
locations for meetings or training may be necessary. - Fast-paced
and diverse work environment. Physical & Mental Requirements: -
Regular standing, walking, sitting, and manual dexterity use. -
Occasionally may need to climb, kneel, or crouch. - Must be able to
lift/move up to 25 pounds. - Reasonable accommodations provided for
disabilities. Benefits for Eligible Employees (20 hours/week): -
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. - Retirement
Savings Plan (403b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance. - Flexible
Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, scholarships, and Employee
Assistance Program (EAP). - Pet insurance and additional discounts.
- Generous holiday, vacation, sick leave, and long-term disability
benefits.
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