Clinical Social Worker

State of Vermont • White River Junction, VT

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Make a difference for Vermonters with complex health and social needs, working with community based teams and systems, as a Clinical Social Worker for the Vermont Chronic Care Initiative (VCCI) with the Agency of Human Services (AHS). Have the work/life balance you need with a Monday-Friday schedule and a supportive hybrid work station environment. The State of Vermont has an immediate opening for a Clinical Social Worker. Twelve paid state holidays, in addition to a robust benefits package. Loan repayment may be available via federal/state eligibility requirements.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education or equivalent
• Three (3) years or more of full-time professional social work experience, which must include two (2) years or more in a health care setting.
• Must possess state of Vermont licensure as a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• An incumbent without Vermont Licensure at the time of hire must become licensed within the first six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Flexibility to cover other counties may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Patient centered clinical case management, to support health and health related outcomes for individuals with complex health & social needs.
• Community based case management and field based visits with members occur in a variety of settings and may include private apartments, motels, correctional facilities, encampments, and shelters.
• Service delivery using a team based care approach, patient engagement tools, care teams, shared care plans, a strength based approach and motivational interviewing skills.
• Duties involve need for effective communication and working relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders, including the individual, family members and a number of health care disciplines and service providers; and operational integration with various other health care reform initiatives.
• Clinical experience and knowledge, knowledge of community, and community culture are necessary.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan
• Deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level