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Turlock, California

Social Worker II

Social Worker 8.0 Work-LifeNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$81K - $125.5K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Job Type: Full Time

Job Shift: Days

Holiday Rotation

Department: Oncology

Responsible for facilitating patients and families in the identification and management of biopsychosocial, spiritual, financial, developmental and cultural issues in the face of cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Develops and facilitates classes and support groups as well as coordinating education materials for patients, families, staff and other interested individuals and groups.

Emanuel Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Emanuel Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and

programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: Emanuel Medical Center, part of the Central Valley Doctors Health System, is a 209-bed acute care hospital located in Turlock, California.

Since 1917, Emanuel has been, and continues to be, dedicated to providing the best care possible for residents of Turlock and nearby communities.

As the community's premier medical facility, we provide hospital services that include 24-hour emergency care, the only heart attack receiving center between Modesto and Fresno, an advanced center for mothers and newborns, and rehabilitation and therapy.

The Emanuel Cancer Center provides specialized cancer services that include diagnosis, treatment and support. From emergency services and heart care to orthopedics, advanced stroke treatment and more, were focused on providing advanced care combined with attentiveness and kindness. We offer convenient inpatient and outpatient locations. Join our team!

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate biopsychosocial, spiritual, and financial support for oncology patients and their families. Develop educational materials and lead support groups to assist patients throughout their cancer treatment journey.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a social agency or community organization dealing with health issues. A Master of Social Work degree and BLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Biopsychosocial assessmentOncology supportPatient advocacyCrisis interventionSupport group facilitationCare coordinationEducation material developmentCase managementHealthcare communicationMultidisciplinary collaboration

Oncology — Social Worker Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 32% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 17.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker II at Tenet Healthcare a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Oncology (Social Work) — ranked against 61 active Oncology (Social Work) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

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Salary Distribution37 jobs · 29 employers

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<$90k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 29 employers

401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
40%
CME allowance
29% this job
Loan repayment
17%
Relocation assistance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Oncology (Social Work) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 61 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • On-site

Living in Turlock

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$460k
Typical market rent
$2,075/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.1
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Modesto, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts
Healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program
Employee discount program