Social Worker - LMSW (Family Medicine- Bronx)

Urban Health Plan•Bronx, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of Urban Health Plan’s Social Services Department, the Social Worker (LMSW) provides patients with supportive counseling, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, advocacy, and connections to support services. The role works within family medicine to provide social service interventions to patients at the Bella Vista Community Health Center in the Bronx. The position is full-time, and new graduates with an LMSW are welcome. Clinical hours are provided. Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is required. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with four days onsite and one day remote. Compensation ranges from $67,600 to $75,000 per year. Urban Health Plan’s mission is to improve community health and quality of life by providing affordable, comprehensive, quality primary and specialty health care and advancing innovative best practices. The organization emphasizes patient-centered, holistic care and equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work.
New York State LMSW certification.
Previous experience and/or training with crisis intervention.
Excellent communication skills.
Dedication to supporting patients in the community.
Core computer skills, including the ability to maintain an electronic health record.
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide supportive counseling, complex case management, and crisis intervention.
Work with the interdisciplinary team to assess and address patients’ psychosocial barriers to care.
Refer and connect patients with services, including behavioral health treatment and community-based organizations.
Document all in-person and telephone encounters with patients in a timely manner.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and Urban Health Plan policy.

Benefits

Fully funded health insurance for the employee and 73.5% funded health insurance for family members.
Dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
401(k) retirement savings plan, including a 3% annual employer contribution.
Paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and holidays, including the employee’s birthday.
Flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and commuter benefits.
Entertainment discount programs.
Employee Assistance Program.
Eligibility to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Fitness discounts and perks through the medical plan.
$50,000 term life insurance.