Clinical Social Worker - Med/Surg - Faulkner

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. Job Summary SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees: $3,000 for LCSW $10,000 for LICSW Starting rates: LCSW: $68,224 LICSW: $92,227 Job Description Summary The Clinical Social Worker (Med/Surg) is responsible for the bio‑psychosocial assessment, possible resources, and potential referrals for selected patients in the inpatient medicine/surgery setting. Reporting to the Social Work Manager or a designated supervisor, the social worker will provide bio‑psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients and/or families impacted by a patient’s acute medical needs and any psychosocial factors or barriers impacting their care. The social worker will identify high risk psychosocial factors impacting a patient’s health status and, as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team, will help the hospital staff understand the influence of those factors on the patient’s course of medical care. The social worker will effectively intervene through evaluation, emotional support, provision of resources and recommendations, and team collaboration around potential barriers to care in the community and possible discharge needs. The social worker will have knowledge of mandated reporting of abuse/neglect, trauma‑informed care, cultural and/or age specific concerns and impact, unstable housing or homelessness, food insecurity, substance use disorders, psychiatric illness, and the various community agencies and resources available. The social worker will participate in departmental and hospital‑wide committees as assigned and will collaborate with other disciplines in the hospital. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Conducts psychosocial assessment of patients to evaluate medical illness and coping strategies/addiction/behavioral health history/emotional issues/coping style, understanding of illness/adjustment/compliance, barriers to care, cultural issues, abuse/neglect and domestic violence. Meets with patients and/or family to provide emotional support, aftercare planning, referrals for programs, and community resources. Identifies patients’ psychosocial, financial, legal, dual diagnoses that affect patient care. When indicated, provides brief family systems work to provide psychoeducation, emotional support, and guidance around aftercare planning. This includes coordinating family/team meetings as needed, and addressing all psychosocial concerns and needs including goals of care if indicated. Provides mandated assessments when abuse/neglect is suspected (child, disabled, adult, elder, or facility) and safety assessment when domestic violence is reported. Files mandated reports if indicated. Works effectively as part of the interdisciplinary health care team, attending daily interdisciplinary rounds, communicating regularly with the team and other members on cases and as issues arise. Documents all timely and relevant assessments and interventions in electronic health record. Maintains high level of confidentiality for all patients in compliance with HIPAA and Federal guidelines. Facilitates the appropriate and efficient use of hospital and community resources. Participates in formal and informal clinical case reviews, clinical supervision, and educational seminars and other tasks as assigned by direct supervisor or Social Work Manager. Qualifications Education Master’s Degree Social Work required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Experience Unlicensed Grace Period for License Eligibility [LICSW - Massachusetts] Social Worker I Clinical experience in medical setting 0–1 year required Licensed Clinical Social Worker [LCSW - State License required] Social Worker II Clinical experience in medical setting 2–3 years required Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent organizational and time management skills. Excellent crisis intervention skills. Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Ability to work well collaboratively and independently. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of community resources and the aging process. Demonstrates basic foundational skills, showing fundamental knowledge and a commitment to the application of professional values and ethics. Demonstrates fundamental skills in formulation, assessment of risks, crisis intervention completion of psychosocial treatment plans, and appropriate documentation. May need assistance and guidance in ensuring the patient’s needs, safety measures, and concerns are brought forward. Emerging knowledge of internal and external resources. Developing and demonstrating interpersonal collaboration in a medical setting‑ inpatient or outpatient. May need coaching/guidance in this area. May provide some assistance and support with onboarding for new team members. Aware of opportunities in department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an entity level. Uses data to measure progress. Demonstrate fundamental skills under supervision. May need assistance in promoting collaboration among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and the organization to support and enhance patient care. Additional Job Details Remote Type Onsite Work Location 1133 Centre Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $55,390.40 - $80,485.60 Annual Grade 6 EEO Statement 2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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