Outpatient Social Worker/LMSW

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

About The Position

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day! THIS JOB IS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN ON BONUS! The Outpatient LCSW works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, to assess the needs of patients and their family/caregivers when appropriate, and arranges, coordinates, and advocates for services to meet the members physical and psychosocial needs. The social worker provides education to staff, patients and families as necessary. At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients. We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Requirements

M.S.W. from an accredited graduate school of social work.
Current licensure by the State of Connecticut as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).or Licensed Master Social Worker.
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) must achieve (LCSW licensure) within two years of date of hire.
Competence in meeting the needs of patients who require treatment for chronic disease, complex medical issues and/or rehab therapies.

Nice To Haves

One year clinical experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with community providers, social service agencies and members of the interdisciplinary team.
Maintains flexibility and adjusts approach to the needs of the team.
Researches and arranges community resources for patients/caregivers.
Provides supportive counseling to patients/families to address psychosocial issues that may affect the plan of care established by the team.
Runs patient group meetings specific to disease or identified psychosocial needs to support the outpatient population.
Completes documentation in the medical record in a timely manner and in keeping with, internal policy and professional standards.
Develop/maintain an understanding of the culture, traditions, values, beliefs that relate to health care and to decision making.