Medical Social Worker II, Psychiatry, Heywood Medical Group, 24-Hours, Days

Heywood Medical Group•Gardner, MA

3d•$27 - $35

About The Position

Overview You Matter Here! Heywood Healthcare values our employees! We offer competitive wages, great benefits and generous earned time off. Come work where you will matter! Hours: 24-Hours, Days $26.66-$35.18 Responsibilities Essential Functions Collaborate with bariatric surgeons, physicians, dietitians, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team member Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and program development initiatives Coordinate referrals to community resources, higher levels of care, or specialty behavioral health services as needed Advocate for patients’ psychosocial needs within the medical system Maintain licensure and comply with all state, federal, and organizational regulations Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program outcomes tracking Provide patient education related to behavioral health, coping strategies, and long-term success following bariatric intervention May facilitate bariatric or behavioral health support groups (if applicable) Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for bariatric surgery candidates, including evaluation of mental health history, substance use, coping skills, readiness for surgery, and adherence capacity Provide pre- and post-operative counseling to bariatric patients addressing behavioral change, emotional adjustment, body image, trauma history, and lifestyle modification Deliver individual therapy using evidence-based modalities Assess and manage co-occurring conditions such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, and stress-related concerns Complete required clinical documentation, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with regulatory and program standards Statement of Other Duties: This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Functional Demands Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Frequently reaches (extending hands and arms in any direction), and handles (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands). Organizational Expectations Behavioral Attributes: Demonstrates achievement motivation, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, and analytical thinking. Maintains a customer-service orientation and promotes teamwork and professionalism. Respects diverse perspectives and maintains as inclusive, courteous, and civil work environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required
Current Massachusetts LICSW license in good standing required
Experience providing clinical behavioral health services to adults required
Strong assessment, documentation, and interdisciplinary communication skills required

Nice To Haves

Experience working with bariatric surgery patients, weight management programs, or medical populations preferred
Knowledge of eating disorders, trauma-informed care, and health behavior change preferred
Familiarity with integrated care or hospital-based settings preferred
Experience facilitating groups or psychoeducational programming preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with bariatric surgeons, physicians, dietitians, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team member
Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and program development initiatives
Coordinate referrals to community resources, higher levels of care, or specialty behavioral health services as needed
Advocate for patients’ psychosocial needs within the medical system
Maintain licensure and comply with all state, federal, and organizational regulations
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program outcomes tracking
Provide patient education related to behavioral health, coping strategies, and long-term success following bariatric intervention
May facilitate bariatric or behavioral health support groups (if applicable)
Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for bariatric surgery candidates, including evaluation of mental health history, substance use, coping skills, readiness for surgery, and adherence capacity
Provide pre- and post-operative counseling to bariatric patients addressing behavioral change, emotional adjustment, body image, trauma history, and lifestyle modification
Deliver individual therapy using evidence-based modalities
Assess and manage co-occurring conditions such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, and stress-related concerns
Complete required clinical documentation, assessments, and treatment plans in compliance with regulatory and program standards