At Bridge Prenatal, we are a dynamic, fast-growing provider of in-person and virtual Enhanced Care Management services for pregnant and postpartum individuals. Bridge Prenatal offers a comprehensive approach to care during pregnancy and up to one year after delivery, addressing both medical and psychosocial needs of eligible Medi-Cal members.
Bridge Prenatal’s free services in southern California include: prenatal and postpartum education, mental health assessments, blood pressure checks, lactation and doula support, registered nurse evaluations, and referrals to community-based resources and social support services.
Bridge Prenatal is looking for a Perinatal Social Worker to provide support services to women during the perinatal period, which encompasses pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This role conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments in the perinatal period, identifying mental health conditions, social challenges (social determinants of health – SDoH) and risk factors. LCSW, MSWs and BSWs will be on-staff to support Bridge Prenatal members and serve as “resource companions” for engaged ECM patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviews patient’s case by reviewing chart and background demographic information
- Performs Behavioral health assessments utilizing the following validated screening tools: EPDS, PHQ-9
- Performs SDoH assessments utilizing the following validated screening tools: PRAPARE tool, AAFP Social Needs Screening Tool, Alvee platform
- Provides education to expectant and new mothers regarding perinatal mental health, parenting, and family dynamics
- Offers clinical/psychosocial support, community-based and MCP resources for social needs
- Maintains accurate and confidential records of patient progress in various electronic health records
- Required to do in-home and virtual visits at the preference of the patient. Serving patients in either San Diego County, San Bernardino County, or Riverside County.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) degree required
- Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure required
- Experience in mental health counseling, with a focus on perinatal and women’s health issues
- Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention, and treatment planning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work empathetically with diverse populations (bilingual preferred)
- Knowledge of community resources and systems relevant to perinatal care.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Reliable transportation for in-home visits
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Bernardino, CA
