SE - Social Worker LICSW EX - Exempt

Position Summary The Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is responsible for the social, emotional, and financial wellbeing of patients on the Behavioral Health Units. The LICSW will participate in interdisciplinary treatment team planning; is responsible for discharge planning, running treatment groups as assigned, and performing appropriate psychosocial assessments and interventions. The LICSW will assist with referrals to the unit and make referrals to appropriate community agencies as indicated. Key Responsibilities Supervises and trains graduate level social work students and other students when indicated and approved by the Director of Social Work. Develop an individualized plan of care with interdisciplinary treatment team. Coordinate discharge/follow-up activities. Discuss with patients/families the financial implications of placement decisions and provide guidance. Provide individualized psychotherapy, supportive counseling, and group therapy as indicated. Make referrals to community agencies as appropriate. Identify potential legal/risk management issues and review with Program Director. Document, in timely fashion, initial assessment, proposed plan, treatment updates, and final discharge in electronic medical record. Communicate with staff, nursing facilities, agencies, and outpatient providers as it relates to patient treatment plan, discharge or behavioral plan. Educate patients/families, staff and providers regarding managed care and Medicare processes/regulations. Maintain current knowledge of DMH and applicable mental health legal status/advance directive regulatory requirements. Provide disease state teaching to patients/families. Provide education/consultation to other healthcare team members as needed. Collect statistical data as requested by the Director of Social Work. Regularly attend/participate in treatment team rounds. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Title SE - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker Department: Behavioral Health

JOB CODE: 50204137

GRADE: 555

Reports To Director of Social Work FLSA Status: Exempt Management Level: Professional I Patient Facing: Patient Facing Clinical: Clinical Caregiver Union Status: Non-Union Work Location: Onsite Date: 4/1/25 Job Requirements Master’s Degree in Social Work and a minimum of 3 years in psychiatric case management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education & Experience 4-5 years of experience working with patients and families who are in crisis. Certifications & Licenses Required Current LICSW in the state of Massachusetts. Certifications & Licenses Preferred N/A Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of DSM diagnoses including dementia diagnoses. Knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Case management skills. Knowledge of DMH regulatory requirements. Compensation Range $0.00- $0.00 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location. Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center (BMC)