ED Clinical Social Worker-MSW-Eve/Night

BMC Software • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Under the clinical supervision of the Department Director and or Manager (or LCSW / LICSW), utilizes clinical social work techniques and theory to provide consultation, assessment, treatment interventions and advocacy for a diverse population of patients and their families. Utilizes a biopsychosocial approach to healthcare, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams; to provide case management and crisis intervention for a wide range of complex social factors and determinants of health.

Requirements

• Requires Master’s Degree (MSW) from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Must sit for the Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Certification exam within the first 90 days from date of hire.
• Must obtain Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Requires level of knowledge of Social Work process and community resources and agencies in relation to health, illness, and disability, generally acquired through one to two years on-the-job training.
• Pre MSW experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of community resources and agencies that serve adults, children, and families.
• Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with various healthcare professionals.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of racial and ethnic populations.
• Bicultural/Bilingual competency a plus.
• Computer literacy with ability to use standard word processing, spreadsheet programs and e-mail.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient and family to ascertain those emotional and social problems.
• Utilizes the department’s psychosocial assessment tool as a guideline.
• Identifies issues which must be addressed during the patient’s care and formulates a plan.
• Completes biopsychosocial assessments and other specialized trauma assessments.
• Provides trauma informed, strengths-based interventions on behalf of patients and their families.
• Communicates effectively and proactively with providers, nurses and other healthcare professionals and team members in the Emergency Department.
• Initiates and manages meetings with families dealing with catastrophic news.
• Supports patients and families who are in crisis; initiates family meetings with ED providers.
• Interacts independently and effectively with providers, nurses, and other ED healthcare professionals.
• Responds to P1 and P2 traumas promptly and assists the team in identifying patients and next of kin.
• Provides case management and advocacy on behalf of patients and families.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams and community providers.
• Assesses safety risks and provides brief, solution-focused interventions and safety plans.
• Uses techniques including motivational interviewing, reflective listening, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral treatment.
• Provides crisis intervention and problem solving support to patients and families in crisis.
• Provides information, referrals, and counseling relative to health issues, child protection needs, family violence, and more.
• Collaborates effectively with other BMC programs to support patients and families.
• Responds promptly to consult requests and referrals for social work supports.
• Uses clinical and time management skills to triage cases and prioritize patients.
• Communicates with ED colleagues and Social Work Manager on call.
• Provides education, crisis intervention and emotional support to patients, families, and ED staff.
• Develops and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Screens and assesses patients for needs regarding social determinants of health.
• Reports any and all suspected cases of abuse and neglect.
• Consults and collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure that patient’s emotional and social needs are addressed.
• Provides psychotherapeutic treatment and/or psychosocial support to patient and family.
• Ensures that inpatient and family remain apprised, involved, supported and treated.
• Utilizes Social Work technique and theory to assist patient and family in coping with illness or social problem.
• Begins assessment for an inpatient within 24 hours of referral and completes within two interviews.
• Maintains patient confidentiality according to hospital policy.
• Documents each patient encounter in the medical record or the Department clinical record.
• Works independently and initiates interventions with patients and families.
• Provides clinical supervision to other department personnel and graduate student interns.
• Complies with departmental, regulatory and professional requirements for documentation.
• Submits department statistics and other records and reports within required time frames.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings, individual/group supervision and in-service education program offerings.
• Assists management in the operation of a quality department.
• Supports graduate and undergraduate training programs by supervising MSW and BSW students.
• Identifies weaknesses in operation and recommends improvements.
• Represents department throughout hospital and outside community regarding department’s practice.
• Maintains a complete understanding of emergency procedures.
• Utilizes the electronic health record (EPIC) and other IT interfaces as necessary.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
• Flexible work environment
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Health and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees