Hospital Social Worker - LICSW

Job Overview Under the direction of the Manager, Clinical Social Work Services; perform diversified duties both within and in support of the social work functions. Under the supervision of an LICSW, provide case management services independently including but not limited to application of clinical diagnostic, assessment or treatment knowledge or skills. Identify and address psychosocial factors that may impede the patients' ability to optimize benefit from the health care delivery experience. Intervene as necessary preventing over and under utilization of health care resources. Actively participate in discharge planning to assure timely individual patient discharges within the scope of position responsibilities. Qualifications A Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university or the equivalent knowledge or experience is required. Current Massachusetts Social Work license at a minimum of an LCSW is required. Over three (3) years of related work experience including one (1) year experience in a medically oriented setting is required. Computer skills are essential. A minimum of LCSW license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required. Certification in Case Management is preferred. Compensation & Benefits *$7,500 new hire sign-on bonus with LICSW or LMHC license at time of hire (rehires after more than 1 year also eligible). Position will follow a hybrid schedule. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package. Generous Earned Time Off Package (available to regular status employees scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours). Employee Wellbeing Program. 403B Retirement Plan with company match. Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs. Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or exempt with a signed statement. Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. EEO Statement Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southcoast Health System