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Manager of Social Services LCSW
Company : Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Location : Inglewood, CA, 90301
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Overview
At Centinela Hospital Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, a Top-15 hospital system in the United States, Centinela Hospital Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Centinela Hospital Medical Center has been serving the communities of Inglewood and the wider Los Angeles area for 100 years. An award-winning facility, ranking in the top 5% nationally for quality and patient safety, Centinela Hospital is a 362-bed acute-care hospital with a 24-hour STEMI certified emergency department and primary stroke center, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, critical care services, inpatient and outpatient rehab programs, and more. Centinela has earned hundreds of national awards and recognitions, including "100 Top Hospital" recognition from Fortune/Merative and straight 'A's (2018-2022) for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group. For more information, visit www.centinelamed.com.
Why Prime Healthcare? Centinela Hospital Medical Center; a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Centinela Hospital Medical Center 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
- 401K retirement plan
- Outstanding Medical
- Dental
- Vision Coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more Voluntary Benefit Options!
Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time.
Responsibilities
The Manager of Social Services offers comprehensive clinical supervision and social services expertise.
- Oversee clinical supervision for social services staff within the hospital, focusing on top-tier discharge planning and social services delivery in critical areas.
- Curating tailored resource directories and formulating crucial policies for the Social Service Department, in close collaboration with the Directors of Case Management.
- Engaging in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) studies concerning social work and discharge planning for hospital staff regarding social service and discharge planning issues, in addition to ensuring optimal departmental staffing for efficiency.
- Upholding departmental compliance with rigorous standards from the Joint Commission or HFAP, as well as federal, state, and local regulations, is essential.
- Effective leadership and supervision are key in guiding and supporting all social service staff, fostering a culture of excellence and compliance.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Required qualifications:
1. Master’s Degree in Social Work related field OR
2. Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
3. State Licensed LMFT, LCSW or equivalent
4. Minimum of 3 years experience in Social Work or Case Management in a Hospital settings required.
5. Clearance to supervise by having passed the mandatory 15 hour Supervision class required by the Board.
6. Completion of criteria to provide supervision to ASW, MFTI, LPCCI according to the State Regulatory Board.
7. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
8. Behavioral Violence Prevention Training within 3 months of hire and maintain current annually.
9. Minimum of five years’ experience as a social worker in a hospital setting preferred.
10. 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.).
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Pay Transparency
Centinela Hospital Medical Center 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. Benefits may vary based on employment status, i.e. full-time, part-time, per diem or temporary. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is up to $119,059.20 on an annualized basis. 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
DaysEqual 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
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Frequently asked questions
A Manager of Social Services LCSW shapes discharge planning by ensuring clinical supervision aligns with patient needs, coordinating resources, and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. This leadership role directly impacts patient transitions by optimizing social service delivery, which is crucial in acute-care settings like Centinela Hospital Medical Center.
An LCSW credential empowers managers with specialized clinical knowledge and ethical standards, enabling them to guide social workers effectively. This licensure supports advanced supervision skills, helping managers lead complex hospital social service operations while ensuring compliance and quality care.
Social work managers with LCSW credentials often progress into senior administrative roles, program directors, or clinical supervisors. Their expertise positions them for leadership in hospital systems, community health agencies, or policy development, expanding their impact beyond direct patient care.
Yes, Centinela Hospital Medical Center supports managerial growth through access to continuing education, supervision training, and quality improvement initiatives. This fosters leadership skills essential for managing diverse clinical teams in a dynamic healthcare landscape.
Managers are pivotal in aligning social work practices with hospital-wide safety protocols and accreditation requirements. Through continuous quality improvement efforts and regulatory compliance, they ensure that social services contribute to the institution’s top 5% national ranking for patient safety.
Inglewood-based Managers of Social Services LCSW can anticipate an annual compensation package around $119,000, factoring in benefits like medical coverage and retirement plans. This reflects both local market standards and Centinela Hospital Medical Center’s competitive total rewards offerings.
Inglewood’s healthcare sector shows steady growth, increasing demand for qualified social service managers. Candidates with LCSW credentials who have hospital experience enjoy advantageous positioning due to a limited supply of skilled leaders capable of addressing the community’s diverse needs.
Certifications such as BCLS/AHA and behavioral violence prevention training are highly valued. Additionally, completion of supervisory education required by state boards enhances a manager’s credentials, reflecting the rigorous standards upheld by Los Angeles area healthcare institutions.
Absolutely. Managers frequently collaborate with case management directors to develop policies and resource directories that optimize social services. This dual role enhances operational effectiveness and ensures that social work services adapt to evolving patient and regulatory demands.
Centinela’s role emphasizes a blend of clinical supervision, compliance with joint commission standards, and active participation in quality improvement studies. Its historic community focus and recognition for safety create a unique environment where social services managers lead with both compassion and strategic oversight.