Social Worker LMSW - Outpatient

Job Title: Social Worker LMSW - Outpatient

Department: Social Work

Location: Midvale Commons

Hours Per Week: Full Time 40 hrs per week

Schedule: Weekdays 12-9 weekends 9-5

SUMMARY

The Outpatient Social Worker provides customized clinical interventions, that are evidence-based, to treat underlying, root causes of psychosocial and environmental symptoms. Serves as a liaison between medical professionals and patients to increase collaboration and positive medical outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides crisis intervention with an immediate safety action plan for patients with suicidal, homicidal, hallucinating, substance abuse, and interpersonal violence/abuse issues.
• Provides Social Work assessments that identify the underlying root cause of psychosocial and environmental symptoms.
• Creates a care plan and links patient with services to address the needs of the patient. Manages referrals regarding psychosocial needs and determines appropriate interventions and strategies to meet those needs.
• Facilitates behavioral change through the use of Clinical Interventions such as but not limited to; Motivational Interviewing, Collaborative Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Activation, and Problem-Solving Therapy.
• Creates customized interventions for specialty populations.
• Completes diagnostic screening tools such as the PHQ screenings, Edinburgh, CAGE, and GAD 7.
• Diagnoses patients using the DSM V.
• Documents all services in accordance with clinical guidelines and policies.
• For CompassionNet: Must have ability to travel

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Degree: Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Required Certification/Licensure: NYS LMSW or NYS LCSW

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) to three (3) years of social work experience in a health care or home care setting
• End renal stage disease experience (dialysis)
• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Exceptional documentation and planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• For CompassionNet: Minimum one (1) to three (3) years pediatric and/or palliative care experience

EDUCATION

MS: Social Work (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$62,500.00 - $78,250.00

CITY

Fairport

POSTAL CODE

14450

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.