Clinical Social Worker
Clinical social worker job at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Exciting and challenging opportunity as a dedicated ambulatory social worker providing clinical social work services to adult patients and their families at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Chestnut Hill location. As a member of the multidisciplinary oncology team, the Clinical Social Worker provides patient and family centered care through clinical psychosocial assessment and intervention, including crisis response, individual, couples, family and group interventions, and short-term bereavement support.
**This is a full-time,** **40 hour** **per week position. As a hybrid role the schedule is** **3 days on-site coverage and 2 days remote** **at the DFCI Chestnut Hill location.** **DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.**
**If interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing your experience, qualifications, and skills for this position** **.**
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Provides biopsychosocial assessment and intervention, crisis intervention, coordination of psychosocial services, and consultation, to reduce cancer-related distress and improve quality of life for patients, families, and caregivers across the trajectory of cancer care; this includes those patients seen for screening for high risk of developing cancer and/or a diagnosis of cancer through to end of life and/or survivorship in collaboration with community mental health partners.
+ Assesses adaptation of families and caregivers to patient's illness and ensures maximum participation of patients/families/caregivers in the continuum of care process.
+ Provides clinical interventions that are focused on cancer-related distress, are evidence based, goal oriented, strengths based, and short-term and episodic in nature to ensure patient equity and accessibility to social work interventions; modalities include individual, family, and group work.
+ Identifies and addresses high-risk psychosocial factors as well as psychosocial strengths of patients/families/caregivers that impact health status, coping and adjustment (e.g., suicidal, or homicidal risk, domestic violence, disabled, child or elder abuse and neglect, physical, developmental or intellectual disabilities, serious mental health conditions, etc.)
+ Initiates collaboration with interdisciplinary team to manage psychosocial barriers that limit patients'/families'/caregivers' ability to access and/or engage in recommended medical care.
**_The responsibilities listed above are a general overview of the Social Worker role at Dana Farber Cancer Institute. This list is not intended to be inclusive of all duties and responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned._**
**Minimum Requirements**
+ Master's Degree in Social Work from accredited program
+ Massachusetts license (LICSW)
+ Minimum Experience for LICSW: 2 years social work practice as an LCSW
**Preferred Requirements:**
+ Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
+ Health care setting preferred.
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:**
+ Knowledge of interventions for patients with psychosocial needs inclusive of mental health, behavioral health, emotional, relational, and other social needs.
+ Knowledge of interdisciplinary teamwork and team dynamics, scope of key partnerships and interprofessional roles.
+ Ability to facilitate understanding and resolution of problems related to patient/family/caregiver interpersonal conflict, mental health and/or substance use concerns or disorders.
+ Ability to provide guidance/ consultation to the team around complex patient management, including ethical issues; may require clinical consultation to plan and implement in complex situations.
+ Ability to be sensitive, responsive to, and advocate for the needs of diverse populations in the setting of serious illness; including but not limited to diversity in gender identity, age, culture, race, religion, socioeconomic status, abilities, and sexual orientation.
+ Adheres to Social Work Division practice and administrative standards and policies (e.g., HIPAA, high-risk sign out, scheduling).
**Pay Transparency Statement**
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
$85,000 - $100,400
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
**EEOC Poster**
Physical Therapist II Outpatient & Multispecialty Clinics
Boston, MA jobs
We are currently seeking a full-time physical therapist for our outpatient and multispecialty clinics in our Boston location Key Responsibilities:
Performing complex diagnostic evaluations upon referral and by departmental and professional guidelines and standards. Verifying appropriateness of referral, contacting provider as necessary. Reviewing patient medical history/record and selecting, administering, and interpreting standardized and non-standardized tests and measurements to assess patients' functional status related to cardiopulmonary, developmental, musculoskeletal, neurological, and sensorimotor function. Integrating knowledge into clinical decisions and recommendations.
Developing and implementing individualized patient treatment programs. Establishing treatment goals and administering appropriate physical therapy procedures and modalities. Preparing discharge plans and home treatment programs. Providing education to patients and families. Monitoring treatment outcomes, modifying programs as needed, and communicating recommendations to physicians and other providers.
Recommending orthotics, adaptive/assistive equipment, and technology for patients with complex, rare, or multiple dysfunctions. Integrates knowledge into clinical decision-making to meet specific treatment objectives. Liaison with equipment designers and vendors regarding equipment specifications and patient needs. Training patients, families, and caretakers in the use/operation of prescribed orthotics/equipment, monitors and evaluates effectiveness, and initiates modifications as needed.
Recording assessments, diagnoses, and treatment inpatient medical records according to established documentation standards. Prepares reports, correspondence, referrals, and other materials for schools, providers, payers, and others as needed.
Identifying and developing clinical knowledge and skills through participation in professional organizations, attending continuing education programs, peer review, and other related internal and external resources.
Serving as a clinical instructor in a departmental student externship program upon completing eligibility requirements. Planning learning objectives and arranges related clinical experiences. Monitoring performance, providing guidance and feedback, and preparing and conducting student evaluations.
Acts as a supervisor for assigned direct reports, including physical therapist I, physical therapist assistants and rehab aides. Assists in monitoring work assignments, identifying areas for improvement and professional development, providing instruction and feedback, and participating in performance evaluations.
May participate in departmental training and staff development programs. May supervise assigned direct reports, including physical therapist assistants (PTA) or rehab aides.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in physical therapy
Experience:
Minimum of 3-5 of licensed PT experience required
Previous hospital-based outpatient PT experience highly preferred
Licensure/Certifications:
Physical Therapist license in the state of MA
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Schedule is M-F
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Home Base SOF Admissions Social Worker
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
LCSW: starting pay rate $68,224
LICSW: starting pay rate $92,227
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees:
$3,000 FOR LCSW, $10,000 FOR LICSW/LMHC, Please ask about the details!
Job Summary
Home Base, a Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital program, is dedicated to healing the invisible wounds - including post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injury, anxiety, depression, co-occurring substance use disorder, family relationship challenges and other issues associated with Military service - for Veterans of all eras, Service Members, Military Families and Families of the Fallen through world-class clinical care, wellness, education, and research.
The Massachusetts General Hospital seeks a dynamic Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)/Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) to serve on the Special Operations Team. In this role, the LCSW/LICSW will provide and oversee the provision of psychiatric, psychosocial, and overall mental health services and referrals for military Special Operators into the Home Base program. They will also be dedicated to supporting the Special Operations Forces (SOF) program and will provide coverage to other clinical operations as needed. The LCSW/LICSW may help cover approximately 2-3 weekend shifts per year.
Summary
This position will collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team. They work collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plans of care for both individual patients and the medical community.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
* Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal, and/or environmental issues. Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans.
* Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
* Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
* Coordinate care for Special Operations Forces (SOF) veterans and military-connected family members seeking care at Home Base with the appropriate internal or external clinicians in a multi-disciplinary team, coordinated care model.
* Serve as a contact point for accepting and triaging SOF referrals from internal clinicians, outside clinicians and self-referred patients.
* Serve as primary case manager for patients in SOF admissions process in collaboration with Admissions Coordinator, including, but not limited to, the following responsibilities: conduct pre-screening to assess treatment and evaluation needs for SOF patients referred; coordinate signing of Release of Information forms, acquire relevant medical records, and coordinate with SOCOM where applicable; serve as point of contact for ongoing questions from the patient as they arise.
* Monitor patient's status in admissions process using appropriate documentation.
* May be asked to collaborate with SOF/ComBHaT team, patients, clinical team, and Resource Specialist to identify clinical and psychosocial needs in patients' home communities and identify appropriate resources.
* May provide direct clinical services to Veterans and/or family members, which may include group or individual therapy.
* May provide psychoeducation regarding PTSD, TBI, and related conditions to Veteran patients and family members as clinically appropriate within the context of the Intake and triage duties.
* Collaborate with an inter-disciplinary team of clinical staff (social workers, psychologists, nurses, psychiatrists, physiatrists, physical therapists, etc.) to coordinate patient care and plan for discharge/aftercare when needed.
* Consult with team to facilitate mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder), and safety assessment when violence is reported. Collaborates with MGH resources (HAVEN and Child Protection Team).
* May assist with crisis intervention and management.
* Documents timely and relevant information in patient electronic medical record and Home Base database.
* Provide coverage for social work responsibilities in Outpatient Clinic as needed.
* For LICSWs: provide clinical supervision to LC-level and/or MSW students as needed.
* Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Mental Health & Behavioral Medicine required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Current professional licensure in Massachusetts (LCSW required, LICSW preferred).
Experience
Clinical Social Worker I
Clinical Experience in a medical setting 0-1 years required
Clinical Social Worker II
Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Excellent crisis intervention skills.
* Good problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledge of community resources and the aging process.
* Demonstrates basic foundational skills, showing fundamental knowledge and a commitment to the application of professional values and ethics.
* Demonstrates fundamental skills in formulation, assessment of risks, crisis intervention completion of psychosocial treatment plans, and appropriate documentation.
* May need assistance and guidance in ensuring the patient's needs, safety measures, and concerns are brought forward. Emerging knowledge of internal and external resources.
* Developing and demonstrating interpersonal collaboration in a medical setting- inpatient or outpatient.
* May need coaching/guidance in this area.
* May provide some assistance and support with onboarding for new team members.
* Aware of opportunities in department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an entity level. Uses data to measure progress.
* Demonstrate fundamental skills under supervision. May need assistance in promoting collaboration among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and the organization to support and enhance patient care.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
* Standing Frequently (34-66%)
* Walking Frequently (34-66%)
* Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
* Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
* Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
* Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
* Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
* Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
* Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
* Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
* Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
* Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
* Talking Constantly (67-100%)
* Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
One Constitution Wharf
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$56,992.00 - $82,992.00/Annual
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySocial Worker - Specialty - MEE
Boston, MA jobs
Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
This is a per diem position. We are looking for a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) to work at Mass Eye & Ear at our main campus in Boston, MA.
Job Summary
Summary
This position is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. The Clinical Social Worker Senior provides support to those who are dedicated to patient and family-centered care that values personal self-determination, are skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate, and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social, and resource issues that impact individual patients, families, and at-risk populations. They work collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plans of care for both individual patients and the medical community.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
* Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal and/or environmental issues.
* Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition and treatment plans.
* Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and specialized safety assessment when violence is suspected Plan discharge from care facility to home or other care facility.
* Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
* Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.
* Screen, address, and manage social determinants of health.
* Prepares and maintains all pertinent records, statistics, and progress notes.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Mental Health & Behavioral Medicine required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
Experience
Clinical social work experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrates a mastery of a range of specialized clinical diagnoses and interventions.
* Conducts clinically competent complex and high-risk assessments, treatment plans and interventions.
* Demonstrates mastery in problem solving abilities, conflict resolution, efficiency, and communication skills.
* Formulates advanced psychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
* Supports other staff in developing assessments and plans in complex cases.
* Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and innovation in advocating for clients.
* Demonstrates advanced working knowledge of internal and external resources and refers appropriately.
* Demonstrate ability to identify problems in order of urgency and initiate treatment plans towards timely solutions and appropriate time management skills.
* Demonstrates the ability to articulate SW clinical perspective in team meetings, effectively collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to comprehensively problem solve and optimize a plan of care.
* Escalates to Social Work leadership all operational issues and high risk and complex cases.
* May provide clinical supervision based on department need (MSW students and/or social work staff).
* Seeks opportunities in the department and hospital or may be asked by SW leadership to participate in initiatives, projects, quality reviews, and committees and participates in these at an entity and Enterprise level.
* Creates content for skill-based groups.
* Promotes timely and concise collaboration among all disciplines and outside stakeholders to enhance patient care (including but not limited to, Ethics Committee, SDoH Committee, Office of General Counsel, Case Management department, etc.).
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
243-245 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$84,905.60 - $123,552.00/Annual
Grade
8
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySocial Worker - Legal Surrogate BWH
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Clinical Social Worker, LICSW to support the legal surrogate program at BWH. Full time - 40 hours, main campus, ask about hybrid schedule.
Pay range:
LICSW:
Pay range minimum is $92,227.
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees:
$10,000 FOR LICSW, Please ask about the details!
Job Summary
Summary
The Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family-centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate, and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social, and resource issues that impact individual patients, families, and at-risk populations. Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
* Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal and/or environmental issues.
* Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans.
* Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
* Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
Qualifications
Education
Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
* Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required.
Experience
* Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required.
* Subject matter knowledge regarding legal surrogate decision making in MA preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrates proficient clinical judgment and application of professional values and ethics. Integration of prior clinical experience into current practice.
* Demonstrates proficiency to formulate assessment of risks, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and the documentation of both in a timely manner.
* Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and innovation in advocating for clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
* Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of internal and external resources and refers appropriately.
* Provides a range of evidence-based interventions.
* Ability to advocate, coordinate, and continuously communicate with treatment plans with patients, family and the interdisciplinary team.
* Incorporates social sensitivity.
* If appropriate, utilizes supervision and consultation regularly and appropriately.
* Actively seeks assistance with complex case s and situations in a timely manner.
* Engages in quality improvement projects, uses data to measure progress.
* Facilitate skill-based groups.
* Knowledge, understanding and ability to negotiate and work in a complex organization.
* Demonstrate capacity to effectively communicate findings with a broader audience.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
* Standing Frequently (34-66%)
* Walking Frequently (34-66%)
* Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
* Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
* Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
* Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
* Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
* Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
* Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
* Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
* Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
* Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
* Talking Constantly (67-100%)
* Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$69,596.80 - $101,202.40/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySocial Worker Primary Care
Norwood, MA jobs
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Foxboro/Norwood Primary Care Offices
LICSW:
Pay range minimum is $92,227.
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees:
$10,000 FOR LICSW, Please ask about the details!
Job Summary
Summary
The Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for a primary care practice. They are dedicated to patient and family-centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate, and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social, and resource issues that impact individual patients, families, and at-risk populations. Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
* Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal and/or environmental issues.
* Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans.
* Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
* Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
* Offer billable therapy to patients in the practice
Qualifications
Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required.
Experience
Clinical Experience in a medical setting, psychiatric or primary care setting with a minimum of 2 years experience required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrates proficient clinical judgment and application of professional values and ethics. Integration of prior clinical experience into current practice.
* Demonstrates proficiency to formulate assessment of risks, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and the documentation of both in a timely manner.
* Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and innovation in advocating for clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
* Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of internal and external resources and refers appropriately.
* Provides a range of evidence-based interventions.
* Ability to advocate, coordinate, and continuously communicate with treatment plans with patients, family and the interdisciplinary team.
* Incorporates social sensitivity.
* If appropriate, utilizes supervision and consultation regularly and appropriately.
* Actively seeks assistance with complex case s and situations in a timely manner.
* Engages in quality improvement projects, uses data to measure progress.
* Facilitate skill-based groups.
* Knowledge, understanding and ability to negotiate and work in a complex organization.
* Demonstrate capacity to effectively communicate findings with a broader audience.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
315 Norwood Park South
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$69,596.80 - $101,202.40/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySocial Worker Fellow - Substance Use- MGH
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Massachusetts General Hospital seeks a full-time, licensed social worker (LCSW or LICSW) for a one-year training program in Addiction Medicine starting in June 2026. The Integrated Substance Use Disorder Training Program (ISTP) is a yearlong fellowship that aims to train nurse practitioners, psychologists, and social workers in team-based addiction care, especially in community-based settings.
The Social Worker Fellow will work with other ISTP trainees to provide inter-disciplinary care for people with substance use disorders in a community-based health center setting. The training program will provide clinical experience in a variety of placements including an inpatient addiction consult service, a low-threshold walk-in clinic, and outpatient dual-diagnosis programs for adolescents and adults. Training and mentorship will be provided by experienced addiction practitioners who are faculty of this program.
To learn more about our program please visit us at :******************************************************************************
Requirements for Submission:
All the following documents are required at the time of application. Failure to submit any of the required materials will render the application incomplete and, therefore, ineligible for consideration.
* Must submit three (3) letters of reference. Two out of the three must be from a supervisor or manager. Could include a professor, preceptor, or training program director.
* Personal statement focused on your interests in this field as well as your career intentions.
* Resume/CV
Summary
This position will collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical conditions and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team. They work collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plans of care for both individual patients and the medical community.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions-Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal, and/or environmental issues. Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans.
* Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
* Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Mental Health & Behavioral Medicine required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Grace Period for License Eligibility [Massachusetts] - MGB Internal preferred
Experience
Clinical experience in a medical setting 0-1 year required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Excellent organizational and time management skills.
* Excellent crisis intervention skills.
* Good problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
* Ability to work well collaboratively and independently.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledge of community resources and the aging process.
* Demonstrates basic foundational skills, showing fundamental knowledge and a commitment to the application of professional values and ethics.
* Demonstrates fundamental skills in formulation, assessment of risks, crisis intervention completion of psychosocial treatment plans, and appropriate documentation.
* May need assistance and guidance in ensuring the patient's needs, safety measures, and concerns are brought forward. Emerging knowledge of internal and external resources.
* Developing and demonstrating interpersonal collaboration in a medical setting- inpatient or outpatient.
* May need coaching/guidance in this area.
* May provide some assistance and support with onboarding for new team members.
* Aware of opportunities in department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an entity level. Uses data to measure progress.
* Demonstrate fundamental skills under supervision. May need assistance in promoting collaboration among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and the organization to support and enhance patient care.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
* Standing Frequently
* Walking Frequently
* Sitting Occasionally
* Lifting Frequently
* Carrying Frequently
* Pushing Occasionally
* Pulling Occasionally
* Climbing Rarely
* Balancing Frequently
* Stooping Occasionally
* Kneeling Occasionally
* Crouching Occasionally
* Crawling Rarely
* Reaching Frequently
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
* Feeling Constantly
* Foot Use Rarely
* Vision - Far Constantly
* Vision - Near Constantly
* Talking Constantly
* Hearing Constantly
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
15 Parkman Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$56,992.00 - $82,992.00/Annual
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplySocial Worker - BWH Float
Boston, MA jobs
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Clinical Float
* Brigham and Women's Hospital, a nationally ranked academic medical center
* Grow and learn through regular internal continuing education programming, financial support for continuing education courses and conferences, and mentorship.
* Excellent benefits: generous Paid Time Off; 403B match; cash balance pension; tuition reimbursement of $5,250/year; continuing education; medical and dental; short-term disability; MBTA pass subsidy; and much more.
* Convenient public transit/T-accessible Longwood Medical area location at the Main Campus at 75 Francis Street, Boston.
SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for eligible Non-MGB employees:
$3,000 FOR LCSW, $10,000 FOR LICSW, Please ask about the details!
ABOUT THIS JOB
The Float Social Worker is an essential part of the care team, meeting with patients in the inpatient and/or ambulatory settings, including areas such as the ED, med-surg, cardio, oncology, neurology, trauma, OB.
This social worker has the opportunity to work with a high-risk population of patients and their families by supporting their mental health, numerous basic resource needs, and care coordination.
Pay Ranges:
LCSW and MSW new grads:
Pay range minimum is $68,224.
LICSW:
Pay range minimum is $92,227.
Job Summary
General Summary:
The Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LICSW) is a key member of the interdisciplinary team who provides and oversees the provision of psychosocial care for selected patients and families. Conducts bio-psychosocial assessments, provides intervention and treatment as indicated. Identifies high risk psychosocial factors of patients/families that impact health status and helps hospital staff understand the influence of those factors upon the course of medical care. Assumes clinical evaluation, intervention and planning for patients with complex psychosocial risk (homelessness, protective services, frail elderly, disabled, psychiatric and substance abuse, etc.). Works effectively as part of interdisciplinary health care teams. Provides clinical services to patients/families that address psychosocial, environmental, age-specific and cultural issues in order to maximize emotional, social and physical well being and the effective use of health care and community resources. Collaborates with and provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the setting and community. Participates on Departmental, Hospital, Satellite, community task forces and committees.
The Clinical Social Worker reports directly to the assigned Social Work Manager.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Clinical Practice:
* Provides assessment of patients to evaluate mental health/psychiatric history/emotional issues/coping style, understanding of illness/adjustment/compliance, barriers to care, cultural issues, abuse/neglect and domestic violence.
* Provides psychosocial assessment of families to determine family relationships/systems as they relate to care of the patient. Identifies family decision makers and caregivers; family understanding of illness and trajectory of care. Identifies family coping style, family resources and cultural issues.
* Employs a range of clinical interventions such as individual, group or family counseling. Provides caregiver/family counseling/support to promote family cohesiveness to provide care to patient and prepare families for end of life. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources. Refers patients to other providers, as necessary.
* Develops comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessments responsive to age appropriate and cultural needs and concerns. Employs a range of clinical interventions such as psychotherapy (individual, couples, families, and group), psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, care coordination, complementary therapies, information and referral and safety planning. Advocates on behalf of patients and families to gain access to services and resources.
* Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and safety assessment when domestic violence is reported. Files reports as indicated.
* Identifies patients' psychosocial, financial, legal, psychiatric or substance use that effect patient care management and collaborates with the team to facilitate patient care process.
* Works effectively as part of the interdisciplinary health care team, communicating regularly with the team and other members on cases and as issues arise. Documents timely and relevant information.
* Coordinates family/team meetings, as needed and when appropriate. Provides psychosocial consultation on patient care planning and patient/family management and community resources. Implements psychosocial programs based on patient/family identified needs.
* Facilitates the appropriate and efficient use of hospital and community resources.
* Participates in formal and informal clinical case reviews, clinical supervision, educational seminars and research projects.
Quality, Utilization Management: High Risk Psychosocial:
* Intervenes with appropriate individuals/departments/agencies regarding delays in service that may have an impact on quality of patient care, length of stay or inappropriate patient admissions.
* Reviews patient information for assigned caseload, determines anticipated length of stay and psychosocial barriers to plan of care transitions discharge plan in collaboration with the Nurse Care Coordinator.
* Interacts with home care, community agencies and facilities to ensure safe and timely patient care transitions.
* Negotiates with care coordination team follow up contact with patient/family, community agency or facility to evaluate the effectiveness of the patient care transitions and identifies problems in service delivery.
* Ensures coordination of the communication process with patient/family concerning the plan of care, including coordination of family meetings and warm handoffs.
* Ensures that patient/family is involved in all phases of the care process to the greatest extent possible.
* Maintains current knowledge of and identifies needs in service delivery within social, governmental, protective services and legal agencies.
* Participates in data collection for departmental quality assessment activities in collaboration with the care coordination department.
* Participates in quality assessment/improvement activities designed to evaluate the appropriateness and effectiveness of the service delivery system in which care coordination operates.
* Ensures that the patient and family receive consistent information regarding all aspects of care.
* Communicates and collaborates with the Social Work Manager/Team to ensure efficient and quality patient care and equitable caseloads.
Leadership, Teaching and Education:
* Assesses patient/family learning needs, styles and readiness. Educates patients/families based on treatment plan, identifies barriers to care, diversity issues and learning styles.
* Mentors and may supervise students and staff. May teach in Departmental and Hospital seminars, workshops and rounds.
* Demonstrates expert social work clinical practice within the department and with interdisciplinary staff. Provides education and consultation to interdisciplinary health care providers, social work staff and community on psychosocial issues for patients.
* Demonstrates active, ongoing commitment to professional growth and development of self and creates an environment conducive to the professional growth of others.
* Participates in Departmental and Hospital committees. May participate in social work research.
Organizational/Administrative Skills:
* Takes responsibility for own administrative duties, including timely and appropriate documentation in patient medical records, timely and accurate daily reporting of activities and Hospital's scheduling systems, and accurate reporting of time worked.
* Provides clinical documentation including psychosocial assessment, progress notes, and billing compliance (if appropriate).
* Attends and participates in Staff Meetings and interdisciplinary meetings/rounds.
Professional Conduct:
* Adheres to and fosters compliance with NASW Code of Ethics, and Department and Hospital clinical, quality, compliance and safety standards, policies and procedures.
Supervisory:
* Expected to mentor, precept, teach social workers and social work residents
Fiscal:
* Meets Department productivity and standards. Ambulatory staff, ED and ED on-call are responsible for billable hours.
Hospital-Wide Responsibility:
Works within legal, regulatory, accreditation and ethical practice standards relevant to the position and as established by BWH/Partners; follows safe practices required for the position; complies with appropriate BWH and Partners policies and procedures; fulfills any training required by BWH and/or Partners, as appropriate; brings potential matters of non-compliance to the attention of the supervisor or other appropriate hospital staff.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
* Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
* Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with relevant clinical experience required, or must obtain MA Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) within 8 months of hire date.
* Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Competencies:
* Clinical experience, understanding of, and comfort working with patients of all ages who suffer complex medical and psychiatric problems; ability to work with the families of such patients, and ability to help patients and families understand and access the resources required to support care.
* Ability to provide rapid clinical psychosocial assessments and brief, short or long term treatment/management with individuals, families, couples and/or groups.
* Advanced crisis intervention/treatment/management skills; strong assessment and treatment skills.
* Differential diagnosis and treatment with all modalities
* Competence in abuse/neglect/violence, trauma, grief loss and bereavement
* Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated competency in age specific behaviors
* Knowledge of specific medical/psychiatric illnesses, procedures and treatments
* Excellent clinical social work assessment and crisis intervention knowledge and skills
* Strong understanding of psychiatric and family system problems, and ability to use this understanding to formulate succinct case summaries.
* Knowledge of community agencies/resources. Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with patients and families.
* Demonstrated ability to understand the role of social worker in a complex, fast-paced medical environment
* Demonstrated ability to consult/teach
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effective orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills necessary to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team.
* Tolerance for ambiguity; analytical skills and computer literacy
* A sense of humor
Working Conditions:
* Social Workers provide clinical care in various settings: at the bedside, in treatment areas and offices; and in patient's homes.
* The Department of Care Coordination /Social Work will operate 7 days per week. Hours and work schedule will be flexible to meet the needs of patients, families, hospital and staff.
* Must be prepared to come in to work or stay at work during a hospital emergency.
Patient Population:
Staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned areas.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
* Standing Frequently (34-66%)
* Walking Frequently (34-66%)
* Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
* Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
* Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
* Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
* Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
* Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
* Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
* Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
* Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
* Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
* Talking Constantly (67-100%)
* Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
45 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$56,992.00 - $82,992.00/Annual
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Auto-ApplyClinical Social Worker, Multidisciplinary Violence Prevention Team
Brookline, MA jobs
The BCH Trauma and Community Resilience Center (TCRC) is dedicated to understanding and promoting the healthy adjustment of children and adolescents who have experienced trauma and adversity. In partnership with communities and service systems we build prevention and intervention programs, conduct research, and develop resources to assist service providers. At the BCH TCRC we believe that social justice, equity and human rights are at the core of a healthy society and healthy children and actively work to promote these values through our collaborative models of care. The BCH TCRC currently focuses on three "core" areas of programming: Refugee Trauma and Resilience, Multidisciplinary Violence Prevention, and trauma, and multicultural education. This current 40-hour Social Worker position is within the Multidisciplinary Violence Prevention Team (MVPT)
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting in-depth psychosocial interviews with youth referred to our regional MVPT.
* Identifying and mapping resources available to youth in communities throughout New England.
* Conducting outreach to providers and facilitating client engagement in services.
* Maintaining regular contact with providers and families engaged through the MVPT.
* Participating in weekly services coordination team meetings, presenting cases and participating in case conferences.
* Assisting with general administrative tasks, including organizing project materials and coordinating project activities.
* Coordinating phone, virtual and in-person meetings with partners and collaborators.
* Assisting the Program Evaluator in preparing quarterly and annual evaluation reports.
* Attending weekly team meetings with center leadership and staff.
* Communicating with providers from different service sectors.
* Conducting interviews with youth participating in program and evaluation activities.
* Coordinating activities with current TCRC staff.
* Participating in school-based or community-based youth resilience projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* 3 years plus of social work experience highly preferred
* Ability to work in multicultural settings and comfort working with clients from diverse backgrounds and ideological perspectives.
* Willingness to work with high-risk youth.
* Prior experience with community-based programs is preferred.
* Access to a motor vehicle and valid driver's license is highly preferred.
* Diverse candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Licensure/Certifications:
* LICSW licensure in the state of MA.
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LICSW Transplant Administration
Boston, MA jobs
40-hour 100% onsite social work position to provide a range of clinical social work services and case management to patients in the lung, intestine and liver transplant program. This social worker will care for the organ group population in all phases of transplant (evaluation, transplant admission and follow up).
Key Responsibilities:
* Psychosocial assessment as part of transplant candidacy for the program
* Counseling and crisis intervention
* Facilitation of the use of hospital and community services
* Resource information and referral, and program development
* Psychosocial consultation to multidisciplinary team
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* 2 years plus experience as a licensed Social Worker
* Experience in medical environment, bereavement, child protection issues preferred
* Flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
* Excellent communication skills are necessary.
* Diverse candidates encouraged to apply
Licensure/Certifications:
* LICSW Licensure in state of MA
This position is 100% onsite
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Boston Primary Care
Boston, MA jobs
This 40-hour social work position will provide a full range of clinical social work for patients and families who receive care in the primary care practice at Children's Hospital Boston. Social workers are highly valued members of interdisciplinary care team providing support around psychosocial issues, health related social needs and behavioral health.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing psychosocial screening and assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and facilitation of use of hospital and community services
* Acting as a resource information and referral, program development and psychosocial consultation to multidisciplinary teams
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work.
Experience:
* Social work experience in a medical environment highly preferred
* Flexibility and the ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment
* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
* Persons of diversity strongly encouraged to apply
Licensure/Certifications:
LCSW in the state of MA required, LICSW licensure in the state of MA is preferred
Schedule is 9:00am-5:30pm, with potential for one evening shift/week until 8PM.
Eligible for a hybrid schedule once fully trained
This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Emergency Department
Boston, MA jobs
Boston Children's Hospital's acclaimed Social Work Emergency Services team responds to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout inpatient services. This includes performing biopsychosocial assessments, as well as implementing trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions. We also provide management and advocacy for both patients and families.
Key Responsibilities:
* Responding to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout the inpatient services.
* Completes biopsychosocial assessments and other specialized trauma assessments.
* Provides trauma-informed, strength-based interventions on behalf of patients and families.
* Screens and assesses patients for needs regarding social determinants of health.
* Provides case management and advocacy on behalf of patients and families.
* Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams and community providers on behalf of patients and families.
* Provides brief, solution-focused interventions and develops safety plans with patients as needed.
* Uses techniques including motivational interviewing, reflective listening, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral treatment to support patients and families
* Provides crisis intervention and problem-solving support as needed.
* Provides information, referrals, and counseling relative to child protective needs, intimate partner violence, end of life needs, community violence, substance use/abuse, mental health concerns, and homelessness.
* Provides education, crisis intervention, and emotional support to patients and families as needed.
* Communicates effectively and proactively with various healthcare professionals and team members.
* Develops and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with patients and families
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* A master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Previous medical social work experience highly preferred
* Strong clinical skills and experience with various therapeutic modalities.
* Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of racial and ethnic populations. Cultural competence is very important. Bicultural/Bilingual competency is a plus.
* Must be comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment (sense of humor is valued!).
Licensure/Certifications:
* LCSW licensure in the state of MA required, LICSW in the state of MA highly preferred
This position is a 20-hour position with a set schedule - Sunday, Monday evenings
1:30p-12a.
This position is eligible for a $2,500 bonus and part time benefits
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, FBCI, Boston
Boston, MA jobs
Family Based Crisis Intervention (FBCI) is a short intervention developed at Boston Children's to avoid the need for psychiatric hospitalization. Originally designed for emergency departments, FBCI stabilizes suicidal adolescents and gives them and their families training and tools to safely manage crises at home. We are currently seeking an experienced full-time social worker to join our team!
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide clinical social work services to assist patients and families with personal, family, medical, and environmental difficulties.
* Perform psychosocial and risk assessments, assign diagnoses, and develop and implement interventions and treatment plans.
* Participate in the planning and implementation of discharge and outpatient service plans.
* Collaborate with the health care team and community agencies to coordinate treatment, ensure continuity of care, and connect patients to needed services.
* Develop training materials and curricula for evidence-based interventions for youth at risk for suicide.
* Train and educate staff in evidence-based interventions for suicide prevention, crisis response, and trauma-informed care.
* Design, implement, and evaluate training programs that support the integration of best practices into daily clinical workflows.
* Contribute to program development, evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives with a focus on measurable outcomes.
* Mentor and support colleagues in skill development, fostering a culture of ongoing learning and professional growth.
* Provide ongoing supervision, monitor and evaluate employee performance.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Flexibility to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment.
* Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
* Experience with social service agencies and knowledge of social determinants of health preferred.
* Expertise in family crisis intervention and trauma-informed care ideal.
* Prior experience in training development, program implementation, or staff education strongly preferred.
* Bilingual/bicultural/diverse candidates encouraged to apply; Spanish language skills a plus.
Licensure/Certifications:
* LICSW in the state of Massachusetts
Schedule is primarily M-F, 8:30AM -5:00PM; flexibility with schedule with some evenings/weekends required
New hires are eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Emergency Psych Service
Boston, MA jobs
Boston Children's Hospital's acclaimed Social Work Emergency Services team responds to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout inpatient services. We are currently seeking a social worker for our e/o weekend evening position
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing clinical social work services to assist patients and families with personal, family, medical and environmental difficulties.
* Performing psychosocial and risk assessments, assigning diagnoses and developing and implementing interventions and treatment plans.
* Participating in planning and implementation of discharge and outpatient service plans and collaborating with health care team and community agencies to plan, implementing and following up on treatment and provision of needed services.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Strong clinical skills and experience with various therapeutic modalities.
* Previous medical/hospital social work experience preferred
* People from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply
* Spanish language skills are a plus
Licensure/Certifications:
* LCSW in the state of MA required, LICSW in the state of MA preferred
This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus!
* This position is every other Saturday & Sunday, 8-hour evening shifts 3PM-11:30PM.*
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Emergency Department - Temporary
Boston, MA jobs
Boston Children's Hospital's acclaimed Social Work Emergency Services team responds to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout inpatient services. This includes performing biopsychosocial assessments, as well as implementing trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions. We also provide management and advocacy for both patients and families.
Key Responsibilities:
* Responding to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout the inpatient services.
* Completes biopsychosocial assessments and other specialized trauma assessments.
* Provides trauma-informed, strength-based interventions on behalf of patients and families.
* Screens and assesses patients for needs regarding social determinants of health.
* Provides case management and advocacy on behalf of patients and families.
* Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams and community providers on behalf of patients and families.
* Provides brief, solution-focused interventions and develops safety plans with patients as needed.
* Uses techniques including motivational interviewing, reflective listening, and trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral treatment to support patients and families
* Provides crisis intervention and problem-solving support as needed.
* Provides information, referrals, and counseling relative to child protective needs, intimate partner violence, end of life needs, community violence, substance use/abuse, mental health concerns, and homelessness.
* Provides education, crisis intervention, and emotional support to patients and families as needed.
* Communicates effectively and proactively with various healthcare professionals and team members.
* Develops and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with patients and families
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* A master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Previous medical social work experience highly preferred
* Strong clinical skills and experience with various therapeutic modalities.
* Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of racial and ethnic populations. Cultural competence is very important. Bicultural/Bilingual competency is a plus.
* Must be comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment (sense of humor is valued!).
Licensure/Certifications:
* LCSW licensure in the state of MA, LICSW in the state of MA preferred
This is a 100% onsite 30-hour temporary position starting mid-December, for approximately 5 months, with an onsite set schedule - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, day position 8a-6:30p
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery - Temporary
Boston, MA jobs
Temporary part-time social work position (20 hrs.) needed for our Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery Program. Looking for medical leave coverage from January 2026-July 2026. Will work in tandem with a second social work provider in the program. Additional hours may be available in other programs. Following completion of this leave, there may be opportunities for transition to a different role within the department.
Key Responsibilities:
* Providing a broad range of clinical social work services to adolescents and their families.
* Providing comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, short term focused counseling, and psychoeducation
* Facilitation of use of hospital and community resources, and psychosocial consultation to medical team
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Minimum of several years of social work experience in a medical environment highly preferred.
* Flexibility and ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills necessary.
Licensure/Certification:
* LICSW Social Work licensure in the state of Massachusetts
Schedule:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30-5
4 hours on Fridays, typically 8-12.
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Emergency Psych Services
Boston, MA jobs
Boston Children's Hospital's acclaimed Social Work Emergency Psych Services team responds to social needs and issues in the Emergency Department and throughout inpatient services. We are currently looking for a part time e/o weekend social worker to join our team
Key Responsibilities:
* Provides clinical social work services in accordance with established professional, programmatic, and departmental standards and treatment models.
* Serves as member of interdisciplinary team to plan and implement patient care, assist in program development and participate in continuous quality improvement efforts of the service.
* Provides consultation to interdisciplinary team members on psychosocial issues and specific patient needs.
* Participates in departmental meetings, committees, work groups as needed or assigned.
* Prepares accurate, thorough, and timely documentation, record keeping and reporting in conformance with hospital, and departmental standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Social work experience in a medical environment is highly preferred.
* Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.
Licensure/Certifications:
* LCSW in the state of MA, LICSW in the state of MA preferred.
This position is 100% onsite
Schedule: e/o Saturday/Sunday day shift 8am-4:30pm
New hires are eligible for a $1,000 sign on bonus!
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, MSW Plastic Surgery, and NICU Grads
Boston, MA jobs
Social Worker needed for a combined 32 - hour position in our outpatient Plastic Surgery department, and NICU Growth and Development Support Programs (GraDS - for infants age 1-3) Key Responsibilities: * Providing clinical social work services to assist patients and families with personal, family, medical and environmental difficulties.
* Performing psychosocial and risk assessments, assigns diagnoses and develops and implements interventions and treatment plans.
* Participating in planning and implementation of discharge and outpatient service plans and collaborates with health care team and community agencies to plan, implement and follow up on treatment and provision of needed services.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
* Master's degree in Social Work
Experience:
* Experience in medical environment highly preferred.
* Flexibility and the ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.
Licensure:
* State of MA LCSW or LICSW required. LICSW preferred.
New hires are eligible for a $4,000 sign on bonus, and full time benefits!
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Thyroid Center, Boston
Boston, MA jobs
Part time social work position (20 hrs.) needed to provide a range of clinical social work services in the BCH Thyroid Center. The BCH Thyroid Center is one of the first and largest centers in the United States exclusively devoted to the care and treatment of children with thyroid conditions. The Thyroid Center provides a supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
Key Responsibilities
* Multidisciplinary care to children and adolescents with thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer, including initial evaluation, diagnostic imaging and procedures, surgical treatment, subsequent thyroid cancer care and follow-up, and psychosocial support throughout this process.
* Psychosocial assessments, individual and family coping support, crisis intervention and resource navigation. Interventions will be both in person and via telehealth.
* Collaborating and consulting with the thyroid team around management of psychosocial issues including coping and adjustment to medical diagnoses, difficulties with treatment regimen, family distress related to medical condition, parenting and caregiver concerns, trauma, child protection concerns and domestic violence.
* Working with the thyroid team to help patients and families gain access to services and resources within and outside of BCH system.
* Developing new programmatic initiatives to support patients and families in the Thyroid Center.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
* Master's degree in social work
Experience:
* Social work experience in medical environment and with child protection issues preferred.
* Flexibility and ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills necessary.
Licensure/Certification:
* LCSW Social Work licensure in the state of Massachusetts, LICSW preferred
New hires are eligible for a $2,500 sign-on bonus
This position is eligible for part time benefits
The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.
Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Clinical Social Worker, Program Specialist
Clinical social worker job at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
As a member of the multidisciplinary oncology team, and under moderate supervision, the Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Program Specialist, for the Universal Distress Screening Program independently provides patient and family centered care through clinical psychosocial assessment and intervention, including crisis response, individual, couples, family, and group interventions, and short-term bereavement support. The Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Program Specialist is responsible to innovate, develop, and implement projects, conferences, trainings, educational resources, groups, or other forums that address goals and expectations of the program stakeholders. The Clinical Social Worker, Program Specialist develops and implements project plans to address patient-level and systems-level psychosocial care gaps and has a leadership role in program meetings with commitment to continuous quality improvement. The Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Program Specialist also leads ongoing programmatic evaluation and refinement.
This is an excellent position for a social worker with a background in program implementation and experience in working with adults with serious illness. This role sits within the Division of Social Work at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in the Department of Supportive Oncology. This role is an exciting opportunity to provide ambulatory clinical oncology social work services and lead the Institute-wide Universal Distress Screening Program (ambulatory and future inpatient settings) in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary screening team. The Screening Specialist is responsible for distress screening practice and operations, clinical integration, patient educational materials, referral and outreach workflows, data management, research collaboration, and program development to improve the patient and family experience throughout the process of cancer care. The social worker will provide in-person and telehealth services to patients and families (i.e., phone/Zoom video). Modalities include individual, family, and group work. Candidate must be able to thrive in a fast paced, complex, academic medical environment where the social worker is a key, valued member of the multidisciplinary medical team.
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. As a hybrid role the schedule is 2 days on-site coverage and 3 days remote at the DFCI Chestnut Hill location. DFCI guidelines state that employees must reside in New England: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont.
If interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume and a cover letter detailing your experience, qualifications, and skills for this position.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities
* Provides biopsychosocial assessment and intervention, crisis intervention, coordination of psychosocial services, and consultation, to reduce cancer-related distress and improve quality of life for patients, families and caregivers across the trajectory of cancer care; this includes those patients seen for screening for high risk of developing cancer and/or a diagnosis of cancer through to end of life and/or survivorship in collaboration with community mental health partners.
* Assesses adaptation of families and caregivers to patient's illness and ensures maximum participation of patients/families/caregivers in the continuum of care process.
* Provides clinical interventions that are focused on cancer-related distress, are evidence based, goal oriented, strengths based, and short-term and episodic in nature to ensure patient equity and accessibility to social work interventions; modalities include individual, family, and group work.
* Identifies and addresses high-risk psychosocial factors as well as psychosocial strengths of patients/families/caregivers that impact health status, coping and adjustment (e.g., suicidal, or homicidal risk, domestic violence, disabled, child or elder abuse and neglect, physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities, serious mental health conditions, etc.)
* Responsible for facilitating complex serious illness and goals of care conversations to ensure shared treatment decision-making and effective patient-physician/health care team communication.
* Responsible for identifying and communicating systemic inequities, their impact on patients, families, caregivers, and the community at large. and providing recommendations for systemic change.
* Responsible for demonstrating commitment to diversity and equity efforts, including advocacy and self-education to advance knowledge base of the needs and concerns of underserved and marginalized populations.
* Communicates clinical assessment and recommendations and provides consultation and support to interdisciplinary health care team.
* Initiates collaboration with interdisciplinary team to manage psychosocial barriers that limit patients/families'/caregivers' ability to access and/or engage in recommended medical care.
* Provides education/consultation regarding impact of cancer on patients and families/caregivers to community, and provides consultation, education, and program development (e.g., support groups, psychoeducational forums, etc.) within the disease-based or service-based team and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
* Co-facilitates evidence-based patient and/or family and/or caregiver support programs or groups.
* Provides in-person and/or telehealth services to patients and families/caregivers; method of communication (i.e., in person/phone/Zoom video) is based on clinical assessment.
* Provides clinical coverage in other social workers' absence(s).
Program Specialist: In collaboration with the Programmatic Manager:
* Develops and implements program components (ex: projects, conferences, trainings, educational resources, groups, or other forums) that address goals and expectations of the program stakeholders.
* Engages interdisciplinary stakeholders in program planning and development using the values, benefits, outcomes model of engagement.
* Engages in ongoing programmatic evaluation and continuous quality improvement with internal and external participants and stakeholders.
* Conducts exploratory reviews, benchmarking with peer institutions to support program development and implementation.
* Develops project plans that includes micro-, mezzo-, and macro-level interventions.
* Addresses and implements response to health care disparities in the program
* Facilitates ongoing and episodic meetings with stakeholders, relevant clinical staff, and/or donors to ensure and sustain continuous quality improvement.
* Participates in group supervision with Program Specialist Social Work Manager and Social Work Division program specialist social workers for program updates, collaborative brainstorming, and skill development.
* Prepares and/or contributes to endeavors such as contributing to articles for peer-reviewed journals or contributing to or participating in presentations for professional forums, and/or internal and external stakeholders.
* Utilizes a concurrent program development model (implementing program components in small iterations)
* Ensures program is feasible, sustainable, replicable, and functionally integrated in disease center or institutional infrastructure and operational processes.
* Collects quantitative and qualitative process and outcome data throughout the continuum of programmatic development and evaluation phases.
* Ensures program is strategically aligned with Division, Department, and Institutional goals
* Responsible for improving, expanding, and increasing comprehensiveness of the program throughout all stages of program development including maintenance phase.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
* Master of Social Work
Minimum Experience:
* 1 year MSW internship in social work practice.
License/Certification/Registration:
* LCSW in MA (and state specific based on location).
Preferred Requirements:
* Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
* Health care setting preferred.
* Experience in program development preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
* Knowledge of interventions for patients with psychosocial needs inclusive of mental health, behavioral health, emotional, relational, and other social needs.
* Knowledge of various behavioral health interventions related to common issues and needs across the oncology continuum of care.
* Knowledge of interdisciplinary teamwork and team dynamics, scope of key partnerships and interprofessional roles.
* Knowledge of social work clinical psychosocial care concepts, practices, and policies with demonstrated ability to use them in varied situations; may require clinical consultation to plan and implement in complex situations.
* Ability to facilitate understanding and resolution of problems related to patient/family/caregiver interpersonal conflict, mental health and/or substance use concerns or disorders.
* Ability to provide guidance/ consultation to the team around complex patient management, including ethical issues; may require clinical consultation to plan and implement in complex situations.
* Ability to facilitate patient, family/caregiver participation in oncology care, with ability to recommend and contribute to team and/or family/caregiver meetings.
* Ability to make clinical decisions guided by experience, policies, consultation, and evidence-based practice.
* Ability to actively participate in team meetings related to care planning in the setting of disruptive/challenging patient/family/caregiver/support person behavior.
* Ability to be self-directed while remaining open to feedback and collaboration with Division leadership.
* Ability to incorporate feedback into actionable behaviors for clinical growth and professional development.
* Ability to understand and communicate information to interdisciplinary team, patients, families, caregivers, and community partners (e.g., agencies, professional organizations, etc.).
* Ability to be sensitive, responsive to, and advocate for the needs of diverse populations in the setting of serious illness; including but not limited to diversity in gender identity, age, culture race, religion, socioeconomic status, abilities, and sexual orientation.
* Ability to adjust to change within a fast-paced working environment.
* Ability to integrate professional ethical principles (e.g., confidentiality, boundaries) and adhere to relevant professional, departmental, and organizational standards for patient and family care.
* Ability to write clear and complete biopsychosocial assessments, progress notes, and other forms of documentation in the EMR, keeping with Divisional and Institutional policies.
* Adheres to Social Work Division practice and administrative standards and policies (e.g., HIPAA, high-risk sign out, scheduling).
* Knowledge of program-specific and/or population-specific research and models that are best practice for program development.
* Ability to assess needs of specific to the program target population(s).
* Ability to develop and/or identify resources in response to program needs and/or gaps.
* Ability to develop programmatic goals and utilize organizational and communication skills to address problems and overcome barriers or setbacks.
* Ability to think strategically and ensure program goals are aligned with Division, Department, and Institutional goals.
* Ability to work effectively with stakeholders and build strong collaborative relationships to ensure program is functionally integrated in disease center and/or institutional infrastructure and operational processes.
* In concert with Programmatic Manager, ability to manage resources thoughtfully and with commitment to achieving program goals.
* Proficiency in using Excel, PowerPoint, and/or data gathering programs (i.e., REDCap, Quickbase).
* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and ability to follow goals and bring them to completion.
* Ability to analyze and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.
* Ability to communicate program strengths, challenges, outcomes, and vision both internally and externally.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the stages of programmatic development and how to create clear goals that match each stage while integrating continuous quality improvement.
Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
$75,100 - $87,900
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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