Clinical Social Worker II

Mass General Brigham•Salem, MA

3d•$87,360 - $98,238•Hybrid

About The Position

The Social Worker performs social work assessments and interventions for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. The role supports patient- and family-centered care, values personal self-determination, and requires managing multiple priorities while using creative, compassionate, and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, the Social Worker conducts comprehensive assessments and develops treatment plans that integrate the medical, social, and resource issues affecting patients, families, and at-risk populations. The role collaborates with healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered care for individual patients and the medical community. This position requires patient care. It is a hybrid role based at 55 Highland Avenue, with 30 scheduled weekly hours on the day shift. The position is regular, and the stated annual salary range is $87,360.00–$98,238.40, prorated for part-time hours as applicable.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work; experience cannot substitute for the degree.
Two to three years of clinical experience in a medical setting.
Proficient clinical judgment and application of professional values and ethics, integrating prior clinical experience into current practice.
Proficiency in risk assessment, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessment, treatment planning, and timely documentation.
Sound clinical judgment and the ability to advocate for clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
Working knowledge of internal and external resources and the ability to make appropriate referrals.
Ability to advocate, coordinate, and communicate continuously with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team about treatment plans.
Social sensitivity.
Ability to work and negotiate within a complex organization.
Ability to communicate findings effectively to a broader audience.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW - MA).
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW - MA).

Responsibilities

Provide psychosocial assessments of patients and families experiencing social, emotional, interpersonal, or environmental issues.
Formulate biopsychosocial assessments, disposition plans, and treatment plans.
Collaborate with professionals on the interdisciplinary team to evaluate patients’ medical or physical conditions and assess client needs.
Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress against measurable goals in treatment and care plans.
Assess risks and provide crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and timely documentation.
Advocate for clients while maintaining professional boundaries, and refer clients appropriately to internal and external resources.
Provide evidence-based interventions and coordinate and communicate treatment plans with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
Use supervision and consultation appropriately and seek assistance promptly with complex cases and situations.
Participate in quality improvement projects and use data to measure progress.
Facilitate skill-based groups and communicate findings effectively to a broader audience.