Clinical Social Worker-MSW, MICU, 40 Hours (Days)

BMC Software•Boston, MA

8d•$35 - $44

About The Position

Under clinical supervision of the Department Director and/or Manager, or an LCSW/LICSW, the Clinical Social Worker uses clinical social work techniques and theory to provide consultation, assessment, treatment interventions, and advocacy for patients and their families. The role applies a biopsychosocial approach to healthcare and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to provide case management and crisis intervention addressing complex social factors and determinants of health. The position is in the MICU and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with one weekend per month and one holiday per year. The social worker completes assessments, provides brief and trauma-informed interventions, develops safety plans, supports patients and families coping with illness, and connects them with community resources. The role also includes timely clinical documentation, participation in department and hospital activities, and maintaining professional competency and required licensure.

Requirements

Master’s Degree (MSW) from an accredited School of Social Work, obtained before employment.
Must sit for the Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification exam within 90 days of hire and obtain LCSW certification within six months of hire.
Knowledge of the social work process and community resources and agencies related to health, illness, and disability, generally acquired through one to two years of on-the-job training; pre-MSW experience will be considered.
Knowledge of community resources and agencies serving adults, children, and families.
Advanced interpersonal skills to interact effectively with healthcare professionals and develop therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Cultural sensitivity and comfort working with diverse racial and ethnic populations.
Computer literacy, including standard word processing, spreadsheet, and email programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook, and web browsers.

Nice To Haves

Bicultural or bilingual competency.

Responsibilities

Complete biopsychosocial and specialized trauma assessments using the department’s psychosocial assessment tool.
Provide brief, solution-focused interventions and develop safety plans as needed.
Provide trauma-informed, strengths-based crisis interventions for patients and families.
Build rapport and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
Use social work techniques such as motivational interviewing, reflective listening, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral treatment.
Help patients and families cope with newly diagnosed or chronic illness and improve functioning and emotional well-being.
Keep admitted patients and families apprised, involved, supported, and treated through regular contacts, at least weekly and as care changes require.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary medical teams and community providers on behalf of patients and families.
Screen and assess patients for social determinants of health and protective needs related to abuse and violence.
Report suspected abuse and neglect and follow up on timely consultations and compliance with legal requirements.
Provide referrals, counseling, case management, and advocacy concerning substance misuse, disabilities, mental health, homelessness, and end-of-life needs.
Connect patients and families with community resources and services, including healthcare support, social services, financial assistance, childcare, housing, entitlements, clothing, transportation, and food pantries.
Use EPIC and other information technology interfaces to track and monitor patients.
Meet assessment timelines for inpatient, outpatient, and Emergency Department patients.
Complete required documentation, data collection, statistics, records, and reports within department and regulatory time frames.
Maintain patient confidentiality and use professional discretion in documenting patient information.
Participate in social work committees, departmental work groups, meetings, training, and in-service education.
Provide administrative and special-project assistance as assigned and adapt to changing departmental needs.
Maintain competency, keep MSW licensure active and in good standing through continuing education, and follow hospital policies, safety procedures, and professional ethics.