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Social Worker III - Crisis Stabilization Unit
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Chula Vista, CA, 91911
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 5 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Paradise Valley Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Paradise Valley Hospital is the South Bay’s oldest hospital, the second oldest hospital in all of San Diego County, and the largest employer in National City. For more than 100 years, Paradise Valley Hospital has served San Diego faithfully, proud of our heritage and providing numerous programs and services to meet the changing needs of our community. Our 291-bed, acute care hospital featuresthe San Diego Spine & Joint Center, a highly credentialed acute rehabilitation center, our Paradise Health & Senior Center, a fully equipped and modern cardiac catheterization lab, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient surgical services, and 24-hour emergency services. In addition to our healthcare services, we offer comprehensive behavioral health services on the hospital campus and Bayview campus in Chula Vista. Services include psychiatric continuum of care for adult patients, inpatient services, and intensive outpatient services. Learn more at https://www.paradisevalleyhospital.net/.
Responsibilities
SOCIAL SERVICES III: To provide clinical oversight and supervision to ASWs and MFTIs. Assist Director in quality assurance and program development tasks for social services. To provide emotional support, crisis intervention and counseling; information and referral; referrals for financial assistance and supportive services to patients and families with problems that are related to hospitalization, illness, disability or trauma in all clinical care areas. To complete psychosocial assessments and work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Complete necessary documentation and maintain clinical record for all social service consults during his/her length of stay.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Required qualifications:
1. Ph.D. or Psy.D. OR
2. Master’s Degree in Social Work related field OR
3. Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
4. Current state license required upon hire and maintain current.
5. Completion of criteria to provide supervision to ASW or MFTI, LPCCI per State Regulatory Board.
6. Behavioral Violence Prevention Training within 3 months of hires and maintain current.
7. Minimum of one (1) year hospital or Outpatient experience or emphasis in mental health care
8. Experience in working with a diverse population with a wide range of problems (i.e., death and dying, maternal and child care, substance abuse, disability, chronic illness, etc.).
Preferred qualifications:
1. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.
Pay Transparency
Paradise Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $31.00 to $47.45. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Privacy Notice
Privacy Notice for California Applicants: https://www.primehealthcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Notice-at-Collection-and-Privacy-Policy-for-California-Job-Applicants.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
A Social Worker III in crisis stabilization provides advanced clinical oversight and supports multidisciplinary teams managing acute emotional and psychiatric crises, ensuring patients receive timely interventions and comprehensive psychosocial assessments tailored to urgent hospital care environments.
Typically, this role demands a master’s or doctoral degree in social work or related fields, plus state licensure and supervisory credentials. Experience with mental health crises and behavioral violence prevention training also set candidates apart in high-pressure clinical settings.
Key competencies include crisis counseling, emotional support delivery, multidisciplinary teamwork, precise clinical documentation, and the ability to supervise junior social workers, all crucial for managing complex patient needs during hospital admissions.
In Chula Vista, certifications like Behavioral Violence Prevention and current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) are highly valued. Local healthcare employers favor these due to the region’s diverse patient population and emphasis on behavioral health integration.
Demand remains steady with multiple healthcare centers expanding behavioral health services. However, competition increases for candidates with supervisory experience and advanced licensure, making specialization in crisis stabilization a significant advantage locally.
Prime Healthcare Services emphasizes a supportive culture, combining quality patient care with professional growth opportunities. Their Social Worker III roles involve leadership in program development and access to comprehensive benefits tailored for long-term career sustainability.
At Prime Healthcare, crisis social workers actively engage with diverse populations through behavioral health programs across hospital campuses, ensuring culturally competent care and collaborative interventions that reflect Chula Vista’s demographic nuances.
Competitive compensation typically ranges from $31.00 to $47.45 per hour, reflecting factors like experience, education, and licensure. This pay scale aligns with regional healthcare standards for advanced social work positions in acute care settings.
Unlike entry-level roles that focus on direct patient support, a Social Worker III oversees clinical supervision, quality assurance, and program development, blending hands-on crisis intervention with leadership duties to enhance service delivery.