Social Worker (LMHC / LICSW) Chelsea Behavioral Health

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees: $10,000 for LICSW Starting pay $92,227 Provides clinical services with patients and families that address psychosocial, environmental, age specific and cultural issues in order to maximize emotional, social and physical well being and the effective/efficient use of health care and community resources. Conducts psychosocial assessments, provides intervention/treatment as indicated. Provides clinical services in the Health Center clinic. Experience and training in CBT preferred. Works effectively as part of an interdisciplinary health care team. Collaborates with other health care professionals. Provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the Hospital and community. Participates on Departmental and Health Center committees as needed. Clinical Practice Screens patients who request service, are referred, or meet Unit screening criteria for identifying patient needs. Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families. Formulates diagnosis, disposition, and treatment plans. Employs clinical services such as individual (adult, adolescent and child), couples, family, and group therapy; crisis intervention and some case management. Advocates on behalf of patients and/or their families to gain access to services and resources. Facilitates the appropriate and efficient use of Hospital resources. Presents and/or discusses clinical work in formal and informal settings and seminars. May participate in research projects. Collaboration Collaborates and consults with patient, families, professionals, and providers inside and outside the Hospital and School. Refers to and collaborates with interdepartmental specialists and programs, outside agencies, facilities, payors, and other relevant community resources. Organizational/Administrative Skills Takes responsibility for own administrative duties, including timely and appropriate documentation in patient medical records and accurate reporting of time worked. Attends and participates in unit meetings, division meetings, and staff meetings at the Hospital and High School. Professional Conduct Adheres to the profession's clinical standards and code of ethics. Adheres to the Department and Hospital standards, policies and procedures. Promotes Departmental and Hospital public relations. Professional Development Participates in supervision as appropriate to his/her level of professional development. May assist with or supervise undergraduate and graduate social work students and staff. Is responsible for own professional development. Attends pertinent continuing education and professional activities related to job responsibilities and career goals. Keeps current with social work and health care developments pertinent to job and profession. Complies with licensure requirements. Qualifications Master's Degree Social Work required Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] required Master's Degree Related Field of Study required Licensed Mental Health Counselor [LMHC - State License] required Related experience 3-5 years required and Demonstrated experience working successfully with people of various backgrounds and lifestyles in a manner that engages ongoing self-reflection and continual learning required and Experience negotiating, advocating, and navigating systems required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Fluency in Spanish preferred Experience working with Child/Adolescents preferred Strong assessment and treatment skills Good organizational skills Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration Demonstrated ability to understand the role of social worker in a hospital setting and to work in a complex, fast paced environment Equal Employment Opportunity The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Massachusetts General Hospital