Clinical Social Work - LCSW, Outpatient OBGYN, 40 Hours (Days)

Position Summary Utilizing 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 conducting psychosocial assessments, making a psychosocial diagnosis, planning and implementing treatments, evaluation, education, supervision, coaching and mentoring of the patient (client) and family members. The position consults with, collaborates and communicates with 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 - LCSW Department: Outpatient OBGYN Schedule: 40 Hours (Days) 8:30-5:00PM - Monday - Friday Responsibilities Clinical Care & Psychosocial Assessment: Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for high-risk OB/GYN patients (e.g., medically complex pregnancies, fetal anomalies, pregnancy loss, oncology, chronic illness, behavioral health concerns). Identify barriers to care related to housing instability, food insecurity, transportation, insurance, immigration status, safety, and financial hardship. Develop individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Provide brief short-term support for acute crisis intervention and warm hand off to IBH Clinicians. Perinatal & High-Risk Support: Support patients experiencing perinatal mood disorders, pregnancy loss, fetal demise, infertility challenges, and complex decision-making. Provide anticipatory guidance and emotional support around high-risk diagnoses and treatment planning. Assess and address intimate partner violence (IPV), child safety concerns, and mandated reporting needs. Care Coordination & Resource Navigation: Connect patients to community-based resources including housing supports, public benefits, legal/immigration assistance, WIC/SNAP, behavioral health services, and home visiting programs. Collaborate with outpatient clinics, primary care, behavioral health, and community partners to ensure continuity of care. Support insurance navigation and financial assistance processes. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Participate in huddles, case conferences, and multidisciplinary planning meetings. Provide consultation to medical and nursing staff on psychosocial, cultural, and equity considerations impacting care. Advocate for patient needs within complex systems. Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely documentation in the electronic health record consistent with regulatory and departmental standards. Maintain accurate tracking of consults, interventions, and outcomes. Adhere to hospital, state, and federal guidelines related to confidentiality, mandated reporting, and patient rights. Basic Needs & Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Intervention: Screen for and address unmet basic needs including housing instability/homelessness, food insecurity, transportation barriers, utilities insecurity, childcare needs, and financial hardship. Provide hands-on resource navigation, including assisting patients with applications for MassHealth/Medicaid, SNAP/WIC, emergency housing/shelter placements, rental assistance, cash benefits, and financial assistance programs. Coordinate access to diapers, infant supplies, formula, car seats, clothing, and other essential items through hospital and community partnerships. Partner with community-based organizations, shelters, legal aid, and immigrant-serving agencies to reduce barriers to care. Advocate for patients facing systemic barriers related to language, immigration status, or lack of insurance. Department Expectations – Social Work ( Summarized: ) Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Utilize department psychosocial assessment tool, identify priority issues, and formulate interventions and discharge plans. Begin assessments within required timeframes across settings. Determine need for family involvement and attempt same-day contact when indicated. Intervention & Psychosocial Support: Provide psychotherapeutic interventions and/or psychosocial support to reduce identified problems. Maintain ongoing therapeutic relationships with at least weekly contact. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Communicate findings and next steps to the care team in a timely manner. Safety, Ethics & Compliance: Report suspected abuse/neglect, maintain confidentiality, document withheld information, and comply with hospital standards. Documentation & Data Management: Document encounters in medical/department records per policy. Submit statistics, reports, and records timely. Professional Practice & Development: Maintain competency, obtain required continuing education, supervise students, and support training programs. Departmental Engagement & Quality Improvement: Participate in committees, identify operational challenges, and pursue process improvements. Represent the department within hospital and community. Workplace Responsibilities: Maintain clean, safe, and orderly workspaces; report safety concerns promptly. Perform other duties as needed. Education, Licenses & Knowledge Education: Requires Master’s Degree from an accredited school of Social Work. Licenses/Certifications: Massachusetts Licensed Certified Social Worker. Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of the social work process and community resources related to health, illness, and disability; ability to interact with diverse healthcare professionals; comfort in fast-paced environments; ability to work in an interdisciplinary team; cultural sensitivity; bicultural/bilingual competency a plus; computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook). Compensation & Benefits Compensation Range: $34.81 - $43.26 per hour. This range is an estimate based on minimum qualifications. BMCHS offers a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, and other benefits, with opportunities for career advancement and wellbeing resources. Equal Opportunity Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. 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