Licensed Social Worker (LCSW)

At the Center for Comprehensive Care & Diagnosis of Inherited Blood Disorders (CIBD), we are a mission-driven organization improving the quality of life for people with blood disorders and their families. When choosing CIBD, you can be part of a growing organization dedicated to improving public health and committed to your professional development.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is responsible for psychological assessment; social and practical needs; crisis intervention; consultation, education, community linkages and support services for patients and families coping with an acute or chronic hematological condition.

Scope of responsibility includes inpatient and outpatient needs assessment, supportive counseling, pain management techniques, emotional coping skills coaching, consultation with medical team in development of viable treatment options to fit patient’s values and means, provide information, education, coordination of care, and advocacy with schools, employers, and/or daycare providers, support groups, and data collection. Additionally, assumes full or partial responsibility for projects designed to support CIBD’s mission; attends appropriate training, seminars and workshops as required; and, performs related duties as required.

Department: Clinic
Shift: Day
Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Location: On-site

Essential Job Duties

• Provides comprehensive psychosocial assessment and provides culturally sensitive and developmentally appropriate services and interventions with patients and families on a timely basis. Advocates for and empowers patients to maintain a level of control over their health and wellness. Documents assessments and interventions in the patient’s medical record in accordance with departmental policy and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to assess adequacy and use of community resources based upon individual needs of the patient and their family; knowledge of and ability to make appropriate referrals to community resources based upon the individual needs of the patients and families; and, coordinates plan of care with community resources such as: schools, Regional Center, Medical Therapy Unit, Social Security, Department of Rehabilitation, and transportation needs, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Work with patients, family, and other healthcare team members to develop a comprehensive plan of care that meets the patient and family’s need.
• Actively engages in program planning and development; provides and maintains educational materials; and, assists with case management.
• Offers psychotherapy to children, families, and adults.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• California Clinical Social Worker License.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting.
• One year of experience working with children and families.
• One year of experience working with adults.
• Basic Life Support.

Other Required Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Strong Work ethic and knowledge to make appropriate referrals.
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Ability to effectively participate as a member/leader of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and set priorities.

Preferred:

• Bilingual English/Spanish

Benefits:

• 100% employee coverage of medical and vision, and 99% employee coverage of dental
• 50% dependent coverage of medical and vision
• FSA Health
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 10 observed paid holidays
• 403b retirement plan with 4% match

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

About the Organization
The Center for Comprehensive Care & Diagnosis of Inherited Blood Disorders (CIBD), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is committed to providing comprehensive care for patients and their families with rare, chronic inherited blood disorders. CIBD is a part of a nationwide network of over 140 Hemophilia Treatment Centers that use multidisciplinary teams of blood disorder specialists to provide expert comprehensive diagnosis, medical care, outreach, education, outcomes monitoring, surveillance, and prevention services to people with hemophilia, Sickle-Cell Anemia, Thalassemia, Von Willebrand Disease, and other related hematology conditions. CIBD is the regional grantee for the Western States Region/Region IX providing regional leadership, fiscal and administrative oversight, grants management, capacity building, clinical education, technical assistance, evaluation, and outreach to public and private health agencies at the local, state, and federal levels.

The Center for Inherited Blood Disorders is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the company's non-discrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

www.cibd-ca.org