Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Sutter Bay Hospitals

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Santa Rosa Until 9/8/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 10, 2026 Last posted July 10, 2026
Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital

Position Overview:

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides crisis intervention, information, referrals, and discharge planning for patients and their families, ranging in age from infancy to geriatrics. Serves as an expert and liaison to community resources. Provides coordination of complex discharge planning needs and referrals to appropriate support services. Achieves a timely, effective, coordinated discharge plan by involving other members of the health care team. Works closely with Clinical Reviewers to achieve the highest quality care and service and the best possible outcomes in a cost-effective manner. Evaluates patients for 5150 holds as appropriate. Facilitates Group Therapy sessions as needed.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

  • Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

  • Master's: Masters Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

  • Other: 5150 training


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

  • LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

  • Two years' experience in a Health Care setting and one-year acute care hospital experience.

  • Previous experience in Discharge Planning preferred.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Strong clinical psychosocial skills with ability to conceptualize clinical situations and demonstrate application of theory appropriate to specific age groups.

  • Knowledge and understanding of individual, child and family development, human behavior and communication, discharge planning and the influence of culture and values in social environments.

  • Ability to plan and implement an effective discharge plan for patients and families.

  • Knowledge of Medicare, MediCal , State and Federal regulations.

  • Knowledge of child, elder, domestic and dependent abuse reporting requirements.

  • Knowledge of Community resources and hospital contracts.

  • Knowledge of Hospital Policy and Procedures.

  • Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

  • Good interpersonal and communications skills.

  • Ability to work under the supervision of the Supervisor of Social Services.

  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.

  • Time management skills.

  • 5150 Training.

  • Ability to facilitate Group Therapy sessions.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Rotating Weekends

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $48.80 to $65.59 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

About this role

Summary

Provides crisis intervention, discharge planning, and group therapy for patients of all ages.

Job title

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Santa Rosa, no remote work allowed

Salary

$49k–$66k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

clinical psychosocial skillsdischarge planningcommunity resourcesknowledge of regulationsMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

discharge planninggroup therapycommunity resourcesMedicare, MediCalhospital policies

Specializations

crisis interventiondischarge planninggroup therapycommunity resources
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Santa Rosa, CA, USA

On-site City