Social Worker - LMSW (Family Medicine- Bronx)
About The Position
As a member of our Social Services Department, the Social Worker (LMSW), provides patients with supportive counseling, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, advocacy, and connections to support services. We are seeking Bilingual (English/Spanish) professionals for full time opportunities within our Bronx-Based Health Centers. The full time Social Worker will be stationed at our Bella Vista Community Health Center. As part of this division, you will work within the context of family medicine to provide social service interventions to patients at our Bella location. New grad LMSW are welcome! Clinical hours are provided!
Requirements
- Master's degree in social work, required.
- NYS LMSW Certification, required.
- Previous experience and/or training with crisis intervention.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Dedication to supporting patients in our communities.
- Core computer skills including ability to maintain electronic health record.
- Bilingual Spanish/English is required.
Responsibilities
- Conducts psychosocial assessments, provides supportive counseling, complex case management and crisis intervention.
- Works closely with the interdisciplinary team to assess and address patients' psychosocial barriers to care.
- Refers and connects patients with services including behavioral health treatment, and community-based organizations.
- Documents all in-person, and telephone encounters with patients in a timely manner
- Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPPA regulations per UHP policy.
Benefits
- Fully funded Health Insurance for you/ 73.5% funded Health Insurance for your family
- Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Savings (including 3% annual employer contribution)
- Comprehensive time off including paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays (including your birthday!)
- Flex Spending Accounts (Health care, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits)
- Entertainment Discount Programs
- Employee Assistant Program
- Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
- Fitness Discounts and Perks through our medical plan.
- $50,000 term life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
