Clinical Social Work- Care Management Inpatient -LCSW, Per Diem

Overview Position Summary: Utiliz ing clinical social work techniques and theory, consults on, assesses, and intervenes with high-risk patients and their families regarding the impact/amelioration of emotional and social problems. Duties include, but are not limited to, conducting psychosocial assessments, making a psychosocial diagnosis, planning and implementing effective treatments, evaluation, education, supervision, coaching and mentoring of the patient (client) and family members. The position consults with, collaborates and communicates with a wide range of social, governmental and legal agencies, courts, schools, clinics, other hospitals, physicians and other sources in the overall care of the patient. Position Clinical Social Work - Care Management Inpatient - LCSW Department Social Work Schedule Per Diem; Shifts Mon-Sun 8a-4:30p; Per Diem: 2 Shifts per month (1 Weekend day required); 1 Holiday per year required Essential Responsibilities / Duties Assesses patient and family to ascertain emotional and social problems. Utilizes the department’s psychosocial assessment tool as a guideline. Identifies issues to be addressed during the patient’s care and formulates a plan. Reports suspected cases of abuse and neglect and follows up to ensure timely consultations and compliance with legal mandates. Identifies the need to involve the patient’s family through the initial assessment process and attempts contact on the same day, if indicated. Consults and collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure that the patient’s emotional and social needs are addressed. Provides psychotherapeutic treatment and/or psychosocial support to patient and family to reduce the impact of identified problems. Ensures inpatient and family remain apprised, involved, supported and treated through prescribed clinical relationships with at least weekly contacts and as needed when the care plan changes. Utilizes social work technique and theory to assist patient and family in coping with illness or social problems to achieve improved functioning and emotional state. Begins assessment for an inpatient within 24 hours of referral and completes within two interviews or within seven working days of referral. Begins assessment for an outpatient as soon as possible and completes within two interviews. Completes assessment for an Emergency Department patient within four hours of discharge. Maintains patient confidentiality according to hospital policy. Practices professional discretion when determining the inclusion of any patient information into medical/department records. Documents each patient encounter in the medical/department records with date, time, title and signature. Provides clinical supervision to department personnel, as assigned. Complies with departmental, regulatory and professional requirements for documentation, recording, and data collection. Submits department statistics and other records and reports within required time frames. Maintains competency in areas of responsibility to ensure quality care. Attends scheduled staff meetings and in-service education with punctuality and consistency. Obtains continuing education units necessary to maintain licensure. Supports management in operating a quality department by participating in programs and complying with policies and procedures. Supports graduate and undergraduate training programs by supervising MSW and BSW students (per assignment). Identifies weaknesses in operation and recommends improvements. Works on department committees as appointed by the Director. Represents the department throughout the hospital and in the community regarding practice and field of social work. Maintains a neat and orderly work area and equipment; assists in organizing the department and reports equipment malfunctions. Maintains understanding of emergency procedures. Conforms to hospital standards of conduct, including patient rights, to provide high-quality customer service and patient care. Notifies supervisor when patients outside the usual age group are present and seeks assistance from experts on specialized needs. Other Duties Performs other duties as needed. Follows hospital behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the hospital’s mission. Follows infection control and safety procedures. Education & Requirements Education : Requires Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required : Requires a Massachusetts Licensed Certified Social Worker (or obtained within six months of employment). Knowledge And Skills Knowledge of the Social Work process and community resources related to health, illness, and disability, generally acquired through one to two years on-the-job experience. Knowledge of community resources and agencies serving children and families. Advanced interpersonal skills to interact effectively with healthcare professionals, to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families, and to supervise graduate students. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment (sense of humor is valued). Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. Cultural sensitivity and comfort with diverse populations; bicultural/bilingual competency a plus. Computer literacy with standard programs (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) and web browsers. Compensation SOCWKR Compensation Range: $34.81- $43.26 per hour. This range is an estimate based on minimum qualifications; offers consider education, experience, and licensure/certifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and other programs; 403(b), paid time off, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Note: This posting includes standard disclaimers and policies. This is a representative posting and not all duties may be listed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center (BMC)