Bilingual Social Services Practitioner III - RUHS-PH-CCS

Masters degree in "Social Work" REQUIRED!

Applications will be reviewed in the order in which it was received

RUHS - Public Health - California Children's Services is seeking a skilled and compassionate Bilingual Social Services Practitioner III to provide comprehensive care coordination for clients enrolled in Enhanced Care Management (ECM), California Children's Services (CCS), and Children's Medical Services (CMS).

Responsibilities include conducting intake, assessment, care planning, service coordination, and linking clients to appropriate resources.

The Bilingual Social Services Practitioner III will actively participate in multidisciplinary case conferences with managed care plans and providers to address service barriers and facilitate authorizations.

Accurate and timely documentation is essential, along with maintaining compliance with DHCS and County regulations and preparing documentation for audits and monitoring.

The role requires managing a balanced caseload, tracking key performance metrics, escalating complex cases as needed, and engaging families in goal setting, coaching, and resource navigation.

The ideal candidate will have experience with CalAIM ECM and Medi-Cal managed care requirements, demonstrate audit readiness, and possess strong skills in motivational interviewing and trauma-informed engagement.

Collaboration with clinicians, schools, and community agencies is critical, as is the ability to use data and dashboards to inform practice.

Proficiency in Epic, CMS Net or similar systems, Microsoft 365 applications, and managed care portals is highly desired.

A background in Lean or process improvement is preferred, and LCSW licensure is a plus, though not required.

Candidates with CCS or Medi-Cal managed care experience, excellent family engagement skills, and a proven track record of timely documentation and compliance will be highly competitive.
Bilingual Required - English/Spanish bilingual required.

5/40 Schedule - Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m.

Meet the Team!

Riverside University Health System - Public Health is one of California's largest and most dynamic public health departments, with dedicated professionals working to keep our communities safe and healthy.

From disease prevention and health education to nutrition, emergency response, and community outreach, our team's impact reaches every corner of Riverside County.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact on community health and well-being, consider joining our team at RUHS-Public Health.

Together, we can work towards a healthier future for Riverside County.

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