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CareMo Home Health

Medical Social Worker

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$86K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) and pass licensure exams (LCSW) * Minimum one year of experience in health care and social work * Obtain a current CPR-AHA certification (CT CPRBLS)

City of Hope

Social Worker II

Duarte, CA · On-site

Out of state Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Active registration as an Associate Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences * CSW II ...

Aevum Hospice

Medical Social Worker

San Luis Obispo, CA · On-site

$53 - $55/hr

Clinical Social Worker with the CA Board of Behavioral Science as specified in CA B&P Code Section 4999.12) 2. Effective April 1, 2013, a person supervising an associate clinical social worker (ASW ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate clinical social worker in the United States is $94,158.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Associate Clinical Social Workers often encounter challenges such as managing complex caseloads, balancing administrative tasks with direct client care, and navigating emotional boundaries with clients. One effective way to address these hurdles is to actively seek feedback and support from supervisors and peers during regular supervision sessions. Additionally, developing strong organizational skills and practicing self-care can help maintain professional resilience and prevent burnout as they work toward full licensure.

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To thrive as an Associate Clinical Social Worker, you need a master's degree in social work (MSW), completion of supervised clinical hours, and an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) registration. Familiarity with case management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities is essential. Strong interpersonal communication, active listening, and cultural competence are vital soft skills for building trust and effectively supporting diverse client populations. These abilities ensure ethical, effective care and help clients achieve meaningful progress within clinical and community settings.

What is an associate clinical social worker?

An Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) is a professional who has earned a master's degree in social work and is working under supervision to gain the required clinical experience for full licensure as a clinical social worker. ACSWs typically provide counseling, support, and case management services to individuals, families, or groups while being supervised by a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). They may work in settings such as hospitals, mental health clinics, schools, or community organizations. The ACSW designation is a stepping stone toward becoming a fully licensed independent clinical social worker.
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BH Associate Provider - Associate Clinical Social Worker

Unicare Health, LLC

Ontario, CA • On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
This associate clinical social worker will provide mental health and related services in a manner that upholds Unicare Community Health Center's mission to improve the health status and well-being of underserved segments of the population in the communities we serve through the direct provision or coordination of health care, health education, and services. This includes interviewing, treating, coordinating, planning and linkage to a full range of resources that meet practical, social and emotional needs, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and community and community-based programs. As a result, patient outcomes and satisfactions are improved, along with organizational fiscal capacity.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Conducts clinical interviews to gather information, assess patient needs, determine the appropriate need, and develop diagnostic information.
  • Maintains accuracy, completeness and timeliness with medical charts. All medical charts must be closed with 48 hours of the encounter In order to ensure high standards of care and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provide short-term, structured, evidence-based psychotherapy and counseling as part of a treatment plan.
  • Provides Clinical therapeutic services to patients across the lifespan, including individual and group therapy and coordination of treatment for participants with co-occurring disorders.
  • Provide crisis intervention as needed in different clinics.
  • Participate in the development of patients' individualized care plans, in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Provide treatment to assigned patients within the scope of practice, meeting program/department productivity and quality standards.
  • Coordinates and collaborate with Primary Care Providers, Behavioral Health Coordinator, Case managers, Substance Abuse Counselor, Medical Director of Behavioral Health, Chief Medical Officer and other Staff to improve health outcomes.
  • Facilitates referrals to other services and allied agencies as needed.
  • Works closely with Unicare's Psychiatrists and other Clinicians when needed.
  • Meets patient needs effectively and resolve individual barriers through follow-up, advocacy, and collaboration with other staff and community service providers.
  • Serves as a mandated Child Protective Services (CPS) and Adult/Elder Abuse reporter.
  • Maintains accurate and timely records of activities, case management notes, and services provided to each patient.
  • Facilitates and participates in chart reviews and audits of behavioral health clinicians.
  • Completes paperwork to support mental health billing in a timely manner.
  • Attends and participates in a variety of internal and external meetings.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.
  • Is engaged and facilitates outreach initiatives
  • Proactively utilize clinical supervision and/or peer consultation
  • Provide direct behavioral health and medical social work services to Latino individuals, families, groups and communities, under the supervision of the Director of Behavioral Health.
  • Provide crisis counseling as needed and outreach counseling to community settings such as schools, home visits, and other settings as assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health.
  • Participate in weekly case review meetings.
  • Supply court psycho-social evaluations, give reports of attendance and make court appearances when necessary.
  • The clinician will refer clients to supportive community services and in-house medical services or support programs to supplement office treatment and counseling.
  • Adheres to accreditation and compliance standards/guidelines and gets yearly cultural supportive training.
  • Periodically provide community mental health presentations and power point presentations on pain management, childhood mental health issues, or stress management workshops to the community or Unicare staff.

Non-Essential Functions
  • As directed by the Director of Behavioral Health, performs other related and/or necessary tasks to achieve organizational and programmatic goals and objectives

Professional Requirements
  • Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
  • Maintain current license, registrations and/or certifications.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Report to work on time and as scheduled.
  • Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
  • Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices. Initials
  • Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

Qualifications
  • Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) registration and number issued by the California Board of Behavioral Health
  • Master's degree in Social work required.
  • Two years of experience in medical social work preferred.
  • Knowledge of social work professional code of ethics and values
  • Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Requires a comprehensive knowledge of behavioral health in outpatient settings.
  • General knowledge of behavioral health counseling skills, including the ability to perform biopsychosocial assessments, crisis prevention, supportive therapy, and coping skills development.
  • Knowledge and ability to find resources for patients and the ability to link and refer patients as needed.
  • General understanding of the most recent diagnostic manual.
  • Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
  • Knowledge of providing culturally competent services to a variety of diverse patients.
  • Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to corporate mission.
  • Flexible and able to multitask; can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities.
  • Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.
  • Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
  • Ability to work with a diverse population.
  • Willing to work flexible hours, including evening and/or weekends.
  • Must have reliable transportation.
  • Must be self-directed and work productively with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
  • Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Outlook
  • Knowledge of Electronic Health Records

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions
  • Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
  • Pushing and pulling objects up to 25 lbs.
  • Frequent wrist, hand, and finger dexterity to perform fine motor function.
  • Position requires light to moderate work with 25 lb. maximum weight to lift and carry.
  • Full range of body motion requires twisting body, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, listening, talking, and/or hearing, and seeing.

Working Conditions
  • Non-Ionizing Radiation (microwaves)

WORK SCHEDULE
  • Monday - Friday: with starting times each day varying between 8:00 am and 9:00am and ending at 5:00 pm and 6:00pm.
  • Required to work occasional Saturdays, as needed.
  • May travel to all Unicare Community Health Center clinics to work or attend meetings as needed.

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