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Emergency Room Social Worker Jobs in Riverside, CA

Responsibilities The Social Worker Assistant (SWA) supports the administrative activities of the ... emergency contacts and other demographic information necessary for ongoing engagement with the ...

Social Worker Assistant

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$26.11 - $39.18/hr

Responsibilities The Social Worker Assistant (SWA) supports the administrative activities of the ... emergency contacts and other demographic information necessary for ongoing engagement with the ...

Social Worker Assistant

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$26.11 - $32.64/hr

Responsibilities The Social Worker Assistant (SWA) supports the administrative activities of the ... emergency contacts and other demographic information necessary for ongoing engagement with the ...

Responsibilities The Social Worker Assistant (SWA) supports the administrative activities of the ... emergency contacts and other demographic information necessary for ongoing engagement with the ...

Social Worker - Per Diem

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$32.89 - $47.69/hr

The hospital performs more than 4,000 surgeries a year, and has an average of 4,000 Emergency ... The Social Worker applies principles of Social Work and other behavioral health practices to ...

Rancho Springs Hospital also provides the area's only OB/Emergency Department program, which gives expectant mothers 24/7 on-site access to OB/GYN physician coverage. The Childbirth Center at Rancho ...

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How much do emergency room social worker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency room social worker in Riverside, CA is $79,565.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,600.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an emergency room social worker?

Emergency Room Social Workers are professionals who provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and resource referrals to patients and families in the emergency department. They help patients cope with trauma, sudden illness, or loss, and assist with issues such as mental health crises, domestic violence, and discharge planning. Their role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive comprehensive care that addresses both their medical and psychosocial needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency room social worker?

To thrive as an Emergency Room Social Worker, you need a master's degree in social work (MSW), clinical licensure (such as LCSW), and a strong foundation in crisis intervention and assessment. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and knowledge of local community resources are typically essential. Exceptional communication, empathy, resilience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure make someone stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for effectively supporting patients and families in crisis, ensuring timely care coordination, and improving overall patient outcomes in a fast-paced ER environment.

What are the main challenges emergency room social workers face during a typical shift?

Emergency Room Social Workers often encounter high-pressure situations as they assist patients and families dealing with crises such as trauma, abuse, or mental health emergencies. Balancing immediate patient needs with documentation requirements, and collaborating with medical teams for rapid discharge planning, can be demanding. Additionally, they must quickly build rapport with diverse individuals in distress, navigate complex social systems, and coordinate follow-up care—all within a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.

What is the difference between Emergency Room Social Worker vs Medical Social Worker?

AspectEmergency Room Social WorkerMedical Social Worker
CredentialsLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Work EnvironmentHospitals' emergency departments, urgent care settingsHospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, outpatient facilities
Employer & IndustryHospitals, emergency servicesHospitals, healthcare organizations, outpatient clinics
Common Search & ComparisonEmergency Room Social WorkerMedical Social Worker

Emergency Room Social Workers primarily assist patients in urgent, high-pressure hospital settings, focusing on crisis intervention and discharge planning. Medical Social Workers work in broader healthcare environments, providing ongoing support for patients with chronic or complex medical needs. Both roles require similar credentials and often overlap in hospital settings, but their focus and work environment differ.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Room Social Worker job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 50% Full Time, and 42% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,565 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

Medical Social Worker LCSW PRN

Riverside Community Hospital

Riverside, CA • On-site

$52.61 - $67/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Riverside Community Hospital rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 1,064 rated hospitals


Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $52.61 - $67.00 / hour
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you have the career opportunities as a Medical Social Worker LCSW PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Riverside Community Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Medical Social Worker LCSW provides clinical counseling and consulting services to patients, families and staff members and assists in facilitating the development of new and expanded social work services and programs within the hospital and plans for discharge and aftercare. Our team is amazing, we consider ourselves a family who work hard to support each other and we are looking for someone who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. If that is you, come be a part of what makes us great and apply today!

  • You will be interviewing patients and family members to obtain relevant bio-psychosocial information and determines the effect of illness and trauma upon patient and patient’s family; identifies complex, multiple, social, emotional, financial and environmental factors which contribute to the illness or interferes with the patient’s ability to benefit medical care
  • You will be developing and implementing a social work treatment plan for patients and family members based on an analysis of patient’s psychosocial factors and medial illness. This may include discharge planning and insurance utilization review on appropriate units
  • You will be utilizing appropriate treatment modalities, including individual, family and group intervention. Provides counseling to patients and families in areas such as family problems, coping with illness, trauma, loss of function and grief
  • You will be participating as part of the multidisciplinary team in case and family conferences to assist in formulating overall patient care plans, interprets psychosocial aspects of the patient’s illness to other staff
  • You will be providing community and professional staff training regarding patient psychosocial needs and/or coping with illness, grief and loss
  • You will be providing evaluation, support and follow-up referrals, planning and reports as needed by all victims of child abuse, rape, elder abuse and family violence
  • You will be providing evaluation and referral services for patients who are alcohol or drug dependent
What qualifications you will need:
  • LCSW license required
  • Master of Social Work (MSW) required
  • 1 year acute care hospital experience highly preferred
Benefits

Riverside Community Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Founded in 1901, Riverside Community Hospital is a 542-bed full-service acute care hospital. We are in the heart of the Inland Empire and house the largest Emergency Room and Level I Trauma Center in the region and are one of Riverside County's only STEMI (heart attack) receiving centers. We are also a fully accredited Chest Pain Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our centers of excellence includes the HeartCare Institute, which offers invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures, and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Social Worker LCSW PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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