*This is a full-time position located at Scripps Mercy in Hillcrest in the Acute Psych Unit.* Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide. *Why join Scripps Health?* /AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:/ · Repeatedly recognized as one of the nation’s Top 100 Places to Work by Fortune Magazine. · Named top 150 Best Places to Work by Beckers Hospital Review · Recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for large and mid-size companies in 2024. · Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years. · Benefits beyond the usual Medical, Dental, and Savings Plans such as*free parking, non-union* We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Complex Social Worker who can aid in assessment and discharge planning as well as complex case/care coordination and individual and group psychoeducational counseling. Our diverse team is dedicated to serving the community with the highest quality of care. · New employees will experience a friendly and supportive environment where a positive attitude and teamwork are valued. · Our leadership is hands-on and very engaged with our staff and patients. · We have non-mandatory team building meetings bi-weekly. We also encourage our internal continuing educational opportunities. Required: * Master's degree in Social Work, Master's in Psychology, OR Master's in Counseling. * 1-3 recent (within the last 3 years) of experience in a healthcare setting removing psychological barriers to improve client health * Content knowledge of LPS processes including involuntary detainment and the mental health conservatorship processes is required. * Licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Science as an LCSW, LMFT or LPCC or Licensed by the Board of Psychology in the state of California as a Psychologist. * BLS (American Heart Assoc.) * Discharge experience Preferred: * Bilingual and proficient in electronic health record. * 3-5 years experience in healthcare setting * Discharge planning experience with knowledge of local resources to ensure safe discharges * Completion of Supervision Training for ASW **Job:** **Social Services* **Organization:** **Scripps Mercy San Diego* **Title:** *Complex Social Worker - Hillcrest* **Location:** *Central San Diego County-SAN DIEGO-SCRIPPS MERCY HOSPITAL SAN DIEGO* **Requisition ID:** *242007539*