Clinical Social Worker Specialist
About the job
- A Master of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work is required.
- Clinical Social Worker I in Oregon requires a Clinical Social Work Associate license while working toward LCSW; in Washington, a Licensed Social Worker license while working toward LICSW is required.
- Clinical Social Worker II in Oregon requires a Licensed Clinical Social Worker license; in Washington, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker license is required.
- An American Heart Association-issued BLS Provider CPR certification is required.
- Clinical Social Worker II requires 2 years of relevant experience in care management, mental health and/or addictions services, medical social work, or a social service organization.
- The role requires broad knowledge of social work principles and their application, including normal development and aging, changes related to illness, and the needs of patients with acute, chronic, and terminal illness.
- Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures is required, including acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses and injuries; common medications and their effects and side effects; and medical terminology.
- Ability to independently conduct psychosocial assessments and provide psychosocial treatment to individuals from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, educational, and other backgrounds is required.
- Ability to triage patient and family needs effectively is required.
- Ability to assess psychosocial functioning and needs, formulate and implement treatment plans, identify patient problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills, and assistance needs, and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment teams is required.
- Ability to engage patients and families in discussions of health care goals and decisions while considering cultural and health literacy implications is required.
- Problem-solving ability and the ability to deal effectively with complex situations are required.
- Ability to consider environmental, societal, and cultural influences and apply cultural competence that promotes inclusiveness in the work environment is required.
- Verbal and written communication skills for effective interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff are required.
- Ability to engage effectively in care coordination and transition planning is required.
- Ability to locate, use, and advocate for patient and family access to health care and community resources is required.
- Ability to organize and lead clinical groups is required.
- Ability to navigate an electronic medical record and use basic computer programs is required.
- Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements and the current health care environment is required, as is the ability to serve as a resource to team members on these matters.
- Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions are required.
- Provide social work services across adult and pediatric settings throughout the health care continuum, focusing on holistic, patient-centered care and the needs of vulnerable populations.
- Work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Evaluate psychosocial and mental health status, address legal and safety considerations, provide brief counseling, plan transitions, manage and plan for crises, and coordinate internal and external services.
- Assess and implement interventions addressing behavioral health and addiction issues, end-of-life care, and informed decision-making about therapeutic options; communicate with surrogates, family members, caregivers, and health care providers.
- Provide education and facilitate or lead support or treatment groups.
- Enhance people's capacity to address their own needs throughout the care continuum.
- Clinical Social Worker I candidates may have 1 year of relevant experience in care management, mental health and/or addictions services, medical social work, or a social service organization.
- Clinical Social Worker II candidates may have 3 years of relevant experience in care management, mental health and/or addictions services, medical social work, or a social service organization.
About the company
Legacy Health is a health system focused on improving wellness by providing medical care to patients, supporting healthcare professionals to meet high standards, and taking care of the small details that aid healing. Its services come from hospitals and clinics that work to help people stay healthy, recover, and live healthier lives, while also investing in staff development and community health. The company differentiates itself through its emphasis on a lasting legacy rooted in diverse, culturally competent care and a strong commitment to inclusion, equal opportunity, and empowering employees to meet the needs of those they serve. Its overarching goal is to improve the wellness of everyone it touches and to create a legacy that continues beyond today.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$2.2M
Headquarters
Portland, Oregon
Founded
1989
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What believers are saying
- The Oct. 1, 2026 UnitedHealthcare deal preserved in-network access for roughly 66,000 patients.
- Regence renewed May 6, 2026, restoring in-network status after a brief network split.
- Legacy opened Ridgefield Family Medicine in July 2026 and expanded CARES Northwest in February.
What critics are saying
- Legacy projects a $38 million loss and closed Washington urgent cares in November 2025.
- Medicare and Medicaid cover two-thirds of patients, while reimbursement still misses cost.
- If Medicaid cuts deepen, Legacy cannot sustain underreimbursed hospitals without merger or asset sales.
What makes Legacy Health unique
- Legacy Health runs seven campuses, a children’s hospital, and 70 clinics across two states.
- Its therapeutic gardens and CARES Northwest create community-rooted, trauma-informed care competitors rarely copy.
- Susan Huang became CEO June 15, 2026, bringing provider and payer strategy experience.
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Legacy Health, UnitedHealthcare reach deal to continue access to services. By Kimberly Cortez, The Columbian, Vancouver, Wash. The Tribune Content Agency October 1, 2026 6:08 PM Gift Article Clark County residents with UnitedHealthcare health insurance will continue to access Legacy Health services after the two organizations reached a new agreement Wednesday just hours before their previous contract was set to expire. The new contract became effective Oct. 1. About 30,000 residents in Southwest Washington were at risk of losing in-network rates and benefits to Legacy Health hospitals, clinics, urgent cares and providers. Legacy Health said it will be working with patients insured by UnitedHealthcare to minimize any disruption to care, including helping patients reschedule appointments or procedures that may have been delayed. Before the new contract, Legacy Health and UnitedHealthcare were at odds over how much the insurer would pay for the rising cost of care. Since 2021, Legacy's operating expenses have risen 50 percent due to inflation and higher labor and supply costs, outpacing UnitedHealthcare's reimbursement growth by 78 percent, according to the nonprofit health system's website. In November, Legacy closed all Washington Legacy-GoHealth Urgent Care clinics - including locations in Camas, Cascade Park, Hazel Dell and Salmon Creek - due to these financial challenges. While the new contract recognizes increased operating costs, it doesn't completely close the financial gap, according to Legacy. The new reimbursement rates were not disclosed by either organization. "We know this process has been stressful for our patients with UnitedHealthcare coverage, and we are pleased to share that we have reached an agreement," said Merrin Permut, Legacy Health vice president and chief population health officer. This isn't the first time Legacy and an insurance company have struggled to reach an agreement on a new contract. In April, Regence health insurance's network no longer included Legacy Health providers after the two organizations failed to reach an agreement before their previous contract expired. About 9,300 Clark County residents with Regence insurance were affected by the change. The two organizations were able to reach an agreement on a new contract about a month after the previous one expired. This story was made possible by Community Funded Journalism, a project from The Columbian and the Local Media Foundation. Top donors include the Ed and Dollie Lynch Fund, Patricia, David and Jacob Nierenberg, Connie and Lee Kearney, Steve and Jan Oliva, The Cowlitz Tribal Foundation and the Mason E. Nolan Charitable Fund. The Columbian controls all content. For more information, visit columbian.com/cfj. Unlock all stories. Stay informed. Starting at just $1.99/week Subscribe today
Legacy Health, UnitedHealthcare reach deal to continue access to services. 30,000 in Southwest Washington were at risk of having care disrupted. Published: October 1, 2026, 11:41am Clark County residents with UnitedHealthcare health insurance will continue to access Legacy Health services after the two organizations reached a new agreement Wednesday just hours before their previous contract was set to expire. The new contract became effective Oct. 1. About 30,000 residents in Southwest Washington were at risk of losing in-network rates and benefits to Legacy Health hospitals, clinics, urgent cares and providers. Legacy Health said it will be working with patients insured by UnitedHealthcare to minimize any disruption to care, including helping patients reschedule appointments or procedures that may have been delayed. Before the new contract, Legacy Health and UnitedHealthcare were at odds over how much the insurer would pay for the rising cost of care. Since 2021, Legacy's operating expenses have risen 50 percent due to inflation and higher labor and supply costs, outpacing UnitedHealthcare's reimbursement growth by 78 percent, according to the nonprofit health system's website. In November, Legacy closed all Washington Legacy-GoHealth Urgent Care clinics - including locations in Camas, Cascade Park, Hazel Dell and Salmon Creek - due to these financial challenges. While the new contract recognizes increased operating costs, it doesn't completely close the financial gap, according to Legacy. The new reimbursement rates were not disclosed by either organization. "We know this process has been stressful for our patients with UnitedHealthcare coverage, and we are pleased to share that we have reached an agreement," said Merrin Permut, Legacy Health vice president and chief population health officer. This isn't the first time Legacy and an insurance company have struggled to reach an agreement on a new contract. In April, Regence health insurance's network no longer included Legacy Health providers after the two organizations failed to reach an agreement before their previous contract expired. About 9,300 Clark County residents with Regence insurance were affected by the change. The two organizations were able to reach an agreement on a new contract about a month after the previous one expired. This story was made possible by Community Funded Journalism, a project from The Columbian and the Local Media Foundation. Top donors include the Ed and Dollie Lynch Fund, Patricia, David and Jacob Nierenberg, Connie and Lee Kearney, Steve and Jan Oliva, The Cowlitz Tribal Foundation and the Mason E. Nolan Charitable Fund. The Columbian controls all content. For more information, visit columbian.com/cfj. Unlock all stories. Stay informed. Starting at just $1.99/week
boAt partners with hip hop reality show Legacy to support budding artists. boAt partners with hip-hop reality show Legacy to support emerging rap artists in India. The platform features judges Raftaar and KR$NA to find the next rap icon. Last updated: July 18, 2026 6:05 PM Consumer technology company Imagine Marketing Limited, which owns the audio brand boAt, announced a partnership with hip-hop reality show Legacy on July 14. The collaboration focuses on supporting emerging creators and cultural movements among the Indian youth. Legacy operates as a community-led talent platform designed to identify the next prominent rap artist in the country. Popular hip-hop figures Raftaar and KR$NA serve as the judges for this music show. Key takeaways. Discover more South Asians & Diaspora Computer Hardware * Audio brand boAt announced a formal partnership with the rap talent platform Legacy on July 14. * Indian hip-hop artists Raftaar and KR$NA head the reality show as main judges. * The reality show uses a three-phase elimination format consisting of cyphers, live head-to-head battles, and sudden death rounds. * Parent firm Imagine Marketing Limited manufactured 71% of its products locally in India during the 2025 fiscal year. Through this new partnership, the audio manufacturer aims to expand its presence within the independent music ecosystem in India. The hip-hop platform provides young musical talents a structured path to transition from raw performers into professional stage artists. The show progresses through distinct competitive stages to test the contestants. It begins with the initial showcases featuring the top 30 selected contestants. The competition then moves to the top 15 stage, where rappers compete in live one-on-one battles. The final phase narrows down the pool to the top 10 contestants for high-intensity sudden death rounds before reaching the grand finale. Rappers KR$NA and Raftaar bring industry experience to the show to help contestants navigate these competitive phases[cite: 1]. KR$NA maintains an existing relationship with the audio brand as an official brand ambassador. The judges stated that the platform aims to provide authentic recognition to the Desi hip-hop community while establishing a sustainable infrastructure for upcoming artists. The show emphasizes real-world musical skills by evaluating contestants through collaborations and cyphers rather than standard television talent hunt formats. The parent organization, Imagine Marketing Limited, started operations in the year 2015. While the company began primarily as a seller of personal audio equipment like earphones and headphones, it has since expanded its product portfolio. The brand now sells smart wearables, power charging accessories, and audio-visual equipment across the Indian market. The company relies on its dedicated research and development wing, boAt Labs, which employs more than 100 engineers to design new consumer tech products. According to financial disclosures, the company achieved profitability in the 2025 fiscal year while executing its local manufacturing strategy. Discover more Software Industry Tablet PCs Frequently asked questions. Q1. Who are the judges for the hip-hop reality show Legacy? A1. Indian hip-hop artists Raftaar and KR$NA serve as the primary judges for the show. Q2. What is the competition format for the talent platform? A2. The show follows a three-phase structure that narrows down contestants from the top 30 to the top 15, and finally to the top 10 through cyphers, live one-on-one battles, and sudden death rounds. Q3. Which company owns the consumer electronics brand boAt? A3. Imagine Marketing Limited owns the brand. The company was established in 2015. Q4. Where does the audio company manufacture its electronic products? A4. The company designs and builds products locally under its domestic manufacturing plans, with 71% of total units produced in India during the 2025 fiscal year.
Dr. Huang leads Legacy Health. Published: June 15, 2026, 10:38am Dr. Susan Huang began Monday as Legacy Health's new president and CEO, the nonprofit health system said in a news release. "Legacy Health has a strong mission, exceptional people, and an essential role in the lives of patients and communities across Oregon and Southwest Washington," Huang said. "I'm honored to join the Legacy team and look forward to working with physicians, clinicians, caregivers, leaders, and staff across the organization as we continue to deliver high-quality care and move Legacy forward in ways that matter to patients and communities." As president and CEO, Huang will lead Legacy's efforts to advance clinical excellence, improve access to care, support and engage its workforce, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the its mission, according to the organization. Huang brings decades of clinical and executive leadership experience to Legacy Health. Huang has previously served as chief physician executive and chief executive of the Providence Clinical Network, where she helped guide clinical strategy and operations across a large, complex system. Earlier in her career, she served as CEO of Providence Health Network, a California payer-provider organization, and led value-based care initiatives at Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, part of Sutter Health. A board-certified dermatologist, Huang earned a biochemistry degree, magna cum laude, from Harvard College and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed her internship at Brigham and Women's Hospital and her dermatology residency through the Harvard Combined Dermatology Program, where she served as chief resident. She also holds a Master of Business Administration. Unlock all stories. Stay informed. Starting at just $1.99/week
'Nature is a familiar place for all of us': Therapeutic garden brings benefits to Vancouver Veterans Affairs campus. Vibrant habitat also supports local bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Published: June 9, 2026, 6:06am Sponsored advertisement A new garden on the Vancouver Veterans Affairs campus offers therapeutic benefits to patients at the medical center while creating a vibrant habitat that supports local bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. The garden was unveiled to veterans, caregivers and families on May 22 through a collaboration among VA FARMS, the Vancouver Bee Project and Legacy Health's therapeutic garden program. By using horticulture as a therapeutic medium, the garden helps veterans meet specific treatment goals and improve health outcomes, said Meghan Mckiernan, Legacy's therapeutic garden program manager. "Nature is a familiar place for all of us," Mckiernan said. "You see the cognitive shift, and as someone who works in patient care, it's just a very profound thing to witness that part of a patient's healing journey." Children enrolled in Legacy Health's therapeutic garden program worked with Mckiernan to curate a list of plants suitable for the VA FARMS space. Community organizations such as the Elks and Nature Play Designs assisted in procuring plants for this project. "It just really kind highlighted how wide-reaching nature and horticulture can be in our community," Mckiernan said. She hopes to bring more programming to veterans in partnership with fellow VA therapeutic garden coordinator Mandi Atkinson, whose efforts were instrumental in making the collaboration possible. Healthcare settings are increasingly adding therapeutic gardens due to the myriad health benefits correlated with nature and green spaces, according to the American Horticultural Therapy Association. Sponsored advertisement For example, multiple studies show higher levels of exposure to green space were associated with significantly lower levels of symptoms for depression, anxiety and stress. Patients aren't the only ones benefiting from quiet time in nature. Nurses and medical professionals also significantly benefit from proximity to a green space, which is why every Legacy hospital has a therapeutic garden, Mckiernan said. At Legacy Salmon Creek, the public can visit the therapeutic garden on the third floor near the cafeteria at any time of the day. "For our employees typically working long shifts inside, being able to take a break out in the garden is really important as an opportunity to just reconnect with nature and get some fresh air before they go back into a really stressful, busy environment," Mckiernan said. Sponsored advertisement This story was made possible by Community Funded Journalism, a project from The Columbian and the Local Media Foundation. Top donors include the Ed and Dollie Lynch Fund, Patricia, David and Jacob Nierenberg, Connie and Lee Kearney, Steve and Jan Oliva, The Cowlitz Tribal Foundation and the Mason E. Nolan Charitable Fund. The Columbian controls all content. For more information, visit columbian.com/cfj. Unlock all stories. Stay informed. Starting at just $1.99/week