Palliative Care Social Worker Specialist - Master of Social Work

Join a team that shares your calling 

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. 

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5/8's

*** URGENTLY HIRING - $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS with 24-month commitment for those meeting eligibility requirements. ***

Position Summary

The Social Worker Specialist (MSW) is responsible for outcome based cross continuum care coordination, psychosocial assessments, and psychosocial interventions. This individual works with physicians, peers, community colleagues, and others to orchestrate care across the health care continuum, to identify opportunities to continually improve patient care and services, to improve population health, and to achieve collaborative practices that exemplify MultiCare Health System’s commitment to patient centered care, values and community engagement.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work required
• Licensed in the state of Washington as a Licensed Advanced Social Worker (LASW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Social Worker Associate Advanced (LSWAA)
• Must have a Washington State driver’s license, good driving record and private auto insurance
• Minimum five (5) years of recent medical experience
• Note: additional experience, or any experience that is directly relevant (exacting, equivalent) will be considered for determining starting salary
• Health industry knowledge preferred
• Healthcare financial assistance knowledge preferred
• Leadership experience a plus

About Yakima Memorial Hospital 

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful. 

About the Yakima Community 

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle. 

Why MultiCare? 

Rooted in the local community 

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. 

Growth and education 

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. 

Well-being and support 

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. 

Living our values 

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. 

Belonging for all 

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. 

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $74,609.60 - $107,348.80 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.