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Kline Galland
Seattle, Washington

Social Worker Medical Discharge Planner $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$28-$32/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Caroline Kline Galland Home - Seattle, WA
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: 4 Year Degree
  • Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00Hourly
  • Job Category: Health Care

Kline Galland Home is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Social Worker (Discharge Planner) and includes a $5,000 Sign on Bonus to join our experienced and dedicated team on our Transitional Care Unit (TCU).

Our TCU specializes in short-term, post-hospitalization rehabilitation, helping patients successfully transition from the hospital back to their homes or next level of care.

As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll work closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, patients, and families to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered discharge planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for a social worker who enjoys building relationships, problem-solving, and making a direct impact on patient outcomes during a critical stage of recovery.

The primary role of the social worker is to create a safe discharge plan in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary team.

Completion of all required assessments, insurance reviews, and medical chart documentation Frequent interdisciplinary communication and meeting coordination Caseload management from admission to discharge Maintain effective, timely communication with patients and their families Understand and meet all government requirements for documentation Qualifications: Degree in Social work or related field of study 2 years' experience in Human Services or applicable field Prior experience in activities a plus Ability to manage moving priorities each day Strong verbal and written communication skills Computer skills for charting and documentation Strong team player with the ability to have FUN!

Why Work at Kline Galland? We believe our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. Here’s what makes us stand out: Competitive Pay & Advancement Opportunities Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance. Also supplemental options available.

Supportive, Inclusive Work Environment Quarterly Recognition & Annual Staff Appreciation Week Scholarships for Employees & Their Families Interest-Free Loan Fund for Staff in Need Generous PTO and Sick time Free secure employee parking Well-Stocked Facilities & Plentiful Supplies A Culture of Pride, Energy, and Enthusiasm At Kline Galland, you’ll be part of a team that sings in the hallways, serves with heart, and celebrates each other’s contributions.

We’re not just a workplace—we’re a family. Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and help us continue our mission of exceptional care by exceptional people.

Key Responsibilities

The social worker is responsible for creating safe discharge plans in coordination with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team. They must also manage caseloads from admission to discharge while maintaining accurate medical documentation and insurance reviews.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree in social work or a related field and possess at least 2 years of experience in human services. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage daily shifting priorities are essential for this role.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case managementPatient assessmentInsurance reviewRelationship buildingVerbal communicationComputer literacy

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Social Work by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$58k–$67kSocial Work median $85k (middle half $75k–$104k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$58k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Social Work listings in Washington131 active6,592 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 72% remote · 28% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$62k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Social Worker Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

40 jobs · 9 employers
7
<$85k
7
$85k-100k
8
$100k-115k
14
$115k-130k
4
$130k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

36 jobs · 9 employers
401k / retirement match
100%
Sign-on bonus
78% this job
CME allowance
25%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)

LifeStance Health · Vancouver, Washington

$123k-$141k
#2

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

LifeStance Health · West Linn, Oregon

$123k-$141k
#3

Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

$117k-$134k
#4

Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

$117k-$134k
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,499 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Kline Galland

Hospitals and Health Care
Seattle, Washington
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay
Advancement opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance
Supplemental options
Supportive, inclusive work environment
Quarterly recognition
Annual staff appreciation week
Scholarships for employees and families

Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$869k
Typical market rent
$2,227/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.