Westside Family Health Center (WFHC) is a nonprofit community clinic dedicated to providing high-quality, low-cost healthcare to more than 13,000 women, men and children. Founded in 1974, WFHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center with 50+ employees and volunteers. We’re currently seeking an Clinical Social Worker to join our team, so if you have a passion for healthcare and want to make a difference in the community, Westside Family Health Center could be the opportunity you’re looking for. Please visit our website at www.wfhcenter.org for additional information on WFHC.

Position Summary

Pediatric clinical social work focuses on providing support and advocacy for children and families within healthcare settings. These professionals help patients and families cope with the social, emotional, and practical challenges associated with illness, disability, or other life stressors. They work as part of an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and connect families with necessary resources.

Key Responsibilities:

· Providing emotional and psychological support to children and their families.

· Assessing the social, emotional, and environmental needs of patients.

· Developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual needs.

· Coordinating with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

· Offering crisis intervention and counseling services.

· Advocating for the needs and rights of children within medical settings.

Qualifications

• Minium of 1 year experience with adults and children
• Previous experience supervising MSWs and/or ASWs, preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, preferred.
• Play Therapy Certification preferred but not required.
• Experience in non-profit or healthcare sectors is a plus but not required

Education: Master’s degree in behavioral health required and/or Professional Licensure by the California Behavioral Science Board.

Salary and Benefits: Salary is negotiable and commensurate with education and experience. WFHC offers a full range of benefits including a 403(b) plan.

To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter by email to Reference "MH-PEDS" in subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person