Social Worker 3, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Multiple Positions

Social Worker 3, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Multiple Positions Brooklyn, NY, United States Trending About Us Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors. Job Description The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Social Worker 3, Abortion Access Program. The Social Worker will provide supportive services for the abortion patients within the New York State Access Abortion Program. The incumbent will need to function collaboratively with the patients and the healthcare teams such as Obstetricians, Gynecologists, Midwives etc. Additional responsibility includes, managing patient termination process, all pregnancies from pre and post support, along with social and emotional support. In collaboration with the healthcare team the Social Worker is responsible for looking after the patient within Obstetrics and Gynecology. The incumbent will work to achieve completion of the patient clinical assessments in accordance with the department and institution regulatory standards. Illustrative Duties Support the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology with patient care. Provide supportive services for the abortion patients within the New York State Access Abortion Program. Collaborate with patients and the healthcare teams (Obstetricians, Gynecologists and Midwives) in managing the patients and provide end-to-end support, by: Managing patients' termination of pregnancies Pre and post supportive social care. Pre and post supportive emotional care. Additional responsibilities in collaboration with the healthcare teams will include: Psychological assessments and therapeutic intervention. Through on resource referrals as it would relate to grief and loss. Pre and post supportive social care. Pre and post supportive emotional care. Be responsible for the completion of the patient clinical assessment in accordance with the regulatory standards of the department and institution. Adhere closely to the abortion policy and regulatory standard for compliance measures for the department and institution. Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively to integrate the functions of the healthcare team in accordance with the required resources and services. Remain aligned with healthcare teams to accomplish the department pre-established plans for the patient. Qualifications Required Qualifications Master of Social Work Degree from an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education. New York State LMSW Licensure. 1+ year of Social Worker experience. Knowledge of the New York State policy on termination of pregnancy. SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Job Info Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Posting Date 07/13/2026, 06:00 AM Job Identification 496583 Grade NSSL2 - 08 Union Name UUP Minimum Base Salary 65,000 Maximum Base Salary 73,087 Other Job Title Social Worker 3, Obstetrics & Gynecology - Multiple Positions #J-18808-Ljbffr SUNY Downstate