Social Worker Lead
About The Position
Greater Seacoast Health is seeking an experienced Social Work Lead to coordinate and support their Social Work team across multiple clinical locations. This role involves providing direct services to patients and families while also taking on additional responsibility for team coordination and day-to-day leadership. The Social Work Lead will ensure the team has the necessary coverage, communication, resources, and support, working closely with the Director of Family and Social Services to maintain departmental effectiveness. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead while remaining connected to direct client work, acting as a go-to resource for the team, and making an impact across the organization by ensuring consistent social work support for patients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all circumstances
- Strong computer literacy
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- A client- and community-service mindset
- Ability to effectively lead groups and team meetings
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to both internal and external needs
Nice To Haves
- Previous supervisory or team-lead experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability to support, organize, communicate, and lead effectively, even if current title doesn't include 'Supervisor' or 'Manager'.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Social Worker schedules and ensure appropriate coverage across locations.
- Provide day-to-day support and guidance to Social Workers.
- Coordinate Social Work referrals and delegate them appropriately.
- Provide direct client support, including education, referrals, and brief case management.
- Lead monthly Social Work team meetings.
- Help troubleshoot patient concerns and escalations in partnership with the Director.
- Participate in departmental projects, goals, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Help identify and implement workflow improvements.
- Maintain timely, professional case documentation and help ensure documentation standards are met across the team.
- Stay current with EMR workflows and changes affecting the Social Work department.
- Represent and actively support the Social Work department throughout the organization.
- Travel between Greater Seacoast Health clinical locations as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity for professional growth
- Meaningful community-based work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
