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Community Social Worker
Mercy Housing & Shelter Corp 3.9
Social worker job at Mercy Housing and Shelter
Scheduled Work Times/Locations
Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM; 363 Main St, Middletown, CT
The Community SocialWorker I will work to support the mission of Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation. The Community Social I will work with our clients to help achieve independence and stability in their communities by providing housing and supportive services. The Community SocialWorker I holds primary responsibility for working towards the goal of each client's full and productive integration with the community.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Enter client case notes using the GIRP format, within the 72-hour time frame, complete six month and annual assessments and service plans to be submitted every six (6) months.
Perform lead-based paint assessments on behalf of each client as required.
Provide comprehensive planning and active support for the care, treatment, and safety of the agency's clients.
Demonstrates understanding and evaluates clients by acknowledging individual psychological needs, developmental disability, ethnic consciousness, and trauma history.
Assist clients with the development of individual treatment plans and goals to provide support for achievement to maintain housing, mental health treatment, and/or other services provided.
Collaborate with Housing Specialist to assist with client during housing search, recertification and housing inspections.
Serve as a liaison to provide mediation and advocacy with client/landlord on behalf of the client to develop a workable plan to obtain and/or maintain housing.
Provide crisis intervention to ensure the clients well-being and stability to remain in the community.
Monthly management of updating data into Smartsheet and the Homeless Management Information System HMIS for data input/integrity.
Assist clients with the coordination of health services and, as necessary, schedules client appointments for and provides transportation to physicians, clinicians, and other health care professionals.
Maintain complete and up-to-date client files to assure overall compliance with agency standards utilizing the assigned programs Master List.
Act as liaison with other agencies, i.e., DSS, SSI, HOPWA/ACT, and other social and vocational agencies to advocate for and assist clients.
Attend monthly HOPWA CAN, Greater Hartford CAN, and MMW CAN meetings and participate in Case Management meetings, conferences, seminars, and trainings as required.
Mediate conflicts between providers, family/guardians, clients, and the agency, per the client's needs.
Develop or maintain familiarity with community resources and referral processes necessary to access these resources.
Advocate and/or assist client in receiving services identified in the planning process. This includes working closely with the Housing Specialist (internal) and assisting as needed with housing search and completing housing applications.
Follow proper intake & discharge procedures, when a client is discharged, with attention to recordkeeping and referrals.
Provide resources for transportation i.e., medical cab or bus tickets and when needed transport clients.
Prepare for and facilitate group meetings for clients on a variety of topics beneficial to their health and human service needs.
Travel and networking in the community.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Documentation skills including good oral and written comprehension, computer literacy, accurate and timely documentation and record keeping abilities.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and develop sound reasoning/logic when formulating solution focused treatment plans and engaging with clients.
Excellent time management skills: ability to manage, organize and prioritize flow of work.
Ability to motivate clients.
Bi-Lingual, Spanish/English preferred.
Preferred knowledge of fair housing laws.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college/university or two-three years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably with homeless persons, persons with mental illness and/or substance abuse.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have reliable transportation, valid Connecticut driver's license and clean driving record with proof of automobile insurance.
Compensation & Benefits
$23-$25 per hour, based on experience plus generous incentive compensation plan.
Community Housing Advocates provides a generous employee benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, short- and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time employees receive 10 days of PTO (paid time off) per year, plus 11 paid holidays and one (1) Floating Holiday and 40 Hours of Accrued Paid Sick Leave.
Physical Demands
The physical demands associated with the essential functions of this job are intermittent physical activity, such as walking, sitting and occasional lifting, stooping, bending, and reaching.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
$23-25 hourly Auto-Apply 29d ago
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Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
Thriveworks 4.3
Killingly, CT jobs
Thriveworks is currently seeking Licensed Clinical SocialWorkers to provide a mix of telehealth and face-to-face sessions in Worcester, MA. This role is eligible for a competitive ramp stipend for clinicians offering 30+ hours of availability per week.
At Thriveworks, we're not just growing a practice-we're building a movement to transform mental health care. Founded and led by clinicians, we understand what it takes to support our team so they can focus on what they do best: delivering exceptional care.
Who We Are
Thriveworks is a trusted mental health provider with 340+ locations and a nationwide hybrid care model. We serve over 175,000 clients annually through more than 1.7 million sessions, and those numbers are growing. As a clinician-founded and clinician-led organization, we offer the tools, support, and community you need to build a fulfilling, long-term career.
What We're Looking For
We're hiring independently licensed clinicians in Massachusetts who are ready to make a difference and grow with us. We're especially interested in:
Providers willing to see 25+ sessions per week
Behavioral health generalists (open to seeing couples/children, with our support)
Clinicians who value autonomy and also enjoy being part of a team
Those interested in clinical leadership or supervisory roles
Strong character matters - we value integrity, openness, and a commitment to quality care
Qualifications:
Active and unrestricted LICSW in Massachusetts
Must live and be licensed in the state where services are provided
Compensation:
Up to $124,100, based on licensure type/level, session volume, and bonus opportunities.
What We Provide
We do the heavy lifting so you can focus on care. As a W2 employee, you'll receive:
Guaranteed, bi-weekly pay (no need to wait on reimbursement)
Paid orientation and annual pay increases
PTO and flexible scheduling (7am-10pm, 7 days/week)
No-show protection and caseload build within 90 days of credentialing
Credentialing, billing, scheduling, and marketing support
Health, dental, life, liability, and disability insurance options
401k with 3% employer match
CEU reimbursement and free in-house training
Opportunities for paid resident supervisory roles
A vibrant clinical community-online and in person
Monthly peer consultations and professional development
A clear path for career growth and internal promotion
A Place to Belong and Thrive
Thriveworks is a certified Great Place to Work and a community built on inclusion, growth, and support. Whether you're seeking mentorship, advancement, or a place where your impact matters, you'll find it here. 93% of our team reports feeling included, and 87% say their work has purpose-and we think that says a lot.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today to become part of a team that's changing mental health care for clients and clinicians alike.
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$124.1k yearly 1d ago
Social Worker - FT - Day - Sharon
Nuvance Health 4.7
Sharon, CT jobs
Summery: Responsible for providing social service and discharge planning functions for the inpatient behavioral health unit. Completes psychosocial assessments, contributes to the integrated treatment plan, runs therapeutic groups, coordinates discharge plans. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in PI activities. Population served based on scope of services in the department.
Essential Responsibilities:
1. Responsible to perform psychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission.
2. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patient/ family and provides support, counseling and crisis intervention.
3. Ability to assist physicians and communicate, social service, post-hospital care, and discharge planning needs of the patient.
4. Leads insight-oriented, psychoeducational, process, or skills groups.
5. Runs family meetings with both the physician and patient as needed.
6. Provides support with advance directives and assists patient/family with the grieving process and makes referrals to Pastoral Care, as appropriate.
7. Accurately determines and communicates the type of assistance, setting, or resources necessary for the patient/family and provides appropriate resources.
8. Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the appropriate processes as required.
9. Maintains safety and regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations.
10. Documentation meets current standards and policies.
11. Maintains current knowledge of resources available within the community, maintains supply of resource materials to be distributed to patients when needed.
12. Acts on performance improvement issues identified by behavioral health leadership team.
13. Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).
14. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
15. Performs other duties as required.
Requirements:
* Master SocialWorker (MSW).
* Licensed Master SocialWorker (LMSW).
* Minimum of three (3) years' experience in all aspects of social service and discharge planning.
* Connecticut Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or license eligible
PREFER:
* Two (2) years of social work experience.
* Bilingual - English/Spanish
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
* Basic computer knowledge.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Ability to multitask, make decisions and communicate effectively.
* Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 938
Department: Psych Unit
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $32.23 - $59.86 Hourly
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$32.2-59.9 hourly 27d ago
Social Worker - FT - Day - Sharon
Nuvance Health 4.7
Sharon, CT jobs
at Sharon Hospital
Summery: Responsible for providing social service and discharge planning functions for the inpatient behavioral health unit. Completes psychosocial assessments, contributes to the integrated treatment plan, runs therapeutic groups, coordinates discharge plans. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in PI activities. Population served based on scope of services in the department.Essential Responsibilities:1. Responsible to perform psychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admission.2. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patient/ family and provides support, counseling and crisis intervention.3. Ability to assist physicians and communicate, social service, post-hospital care, and discharge planning needs of the patient.4. Leads insight-oriented, psychoeducational, process, or skills groups.5. Runs family meetings with both the physician and patient as needed.6. Provides support with advance directives and assists patient/family with the grieving process and makes referrals to Pastoral Care, as appropriate.7. Accurately determines and communicates the type of assistance, setting, or resources necessary for the patient/family and provides appropriate resources.8. Resolves personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the appropriate processes as required.9. Maintains safety and regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and Joint Commission regulations.10. Documentation meets current standards and policies.11. Maintains current knowledge of resources available within the community, maintains supply of resource materials to be distributed to patients when needed.12. Acts on performance improvement issues identified by behavioral health leadership team.13. Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).14. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.15. Performs other duties as required. Requirements:
Master SocialWorker (MSW).
Licensed Master SocialWorker (LMSW).
Minimum of three (3) years' experience in all aspects of social service and discharge planning.
Connecticut Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or license eligible
PREFER:
Two (2) years of social work experience.
Bilingual - English/Spanish
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:· Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.· Basic computer knowledge.· Excellent customer service skills.· Ability to multitask, make decisions and communicate effectively.· Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 938
Department: Psych Unit
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $32.23 - $59.86 Hourly
$32.2-59.9 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Social Worker
Yale-New Haven Health 4.1
New London, CT jobs
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical SocialWorker I is a licensed, experienced professional who is the clinical expert in the assessment and treatment of patients, families and social work consultation to the interdisciplinary teams in a variety of inpatient and ambulatory settings in the Yale New Haven Health System. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. Licensed Social Work Clinical Practice
* 1.1 Interact professionally and with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
* 2. Professional Development
* 2.1 Maintain and enhance knowledge base and skill set through educational opportunities and meet expectations set forth by State licensure, Hospital and departmental standards.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work.
EXPERIENCE
For Connecticut, consistent with LCSW licensure requirements, 3,000 hours of post-masters social work experience and 100 hours of post-masters clinical supervision. For Rhode Island, consistent with LICSW licensure requirements, 24 months of experience licensed as a licensed clinical socialworker under appropriate supervision.
LICENSURE
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) from the State of Connecticut, or Licensed Independent Clinical SocialWorker (LICSW) from the State of Rhode Island, or those holding licenses from other states, will need an 'endorsement' and meet the State of Connecticut or State of Rhode Island license requirements
SPECIAL SKILLS
The SocialWorker will possess the following special skills: empathy, active listening, critical thinking, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with and advocate for patients and families.
YNHHS Requisition ID
167081
$56k-67k yearly est. 51d ago
Social Worker
Yale-New Haven Health 4.1
New London, CT jobs
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical SocialWorker I is a licensed, experienced professional who is the clinical expert in the assessment and treatment of patients, families and social work consultation to the interdisciplinary teams in a variety of inpatient and ambulatory settings in the Yale New Haven Health System. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. Licensed Social Work Clinical Practice
* 1.1 Interact professionally and with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
* 2. Professional Development
* 2.1 Maintain and enhance knowledge base and skill set through educational opportunities and meet expectations set forth by State licensure, Hospital and departmental standards.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work.
EXPERIENCE
For Connecticut, consistent with LCSW licensure requirements, 3,000 hours of post-masters social work experience and 100 hours of post-masters clinical supervision. For Rhode Island, consistent with LICSW licensure requirements, 24 months of experience licensed as a licensed clinical socialworker under appropriate supervision.
LICENSURE
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) from the State of Connecticut, or Licensed Independent Clinical SocialWorker (LICSW) from the State of Rhode Island, or those holding licenses from other states, will need an 'endorsement' and meet the State of Connecticut or State of Rhode Island license requirements
SPECIAL SKILLS
The SocialWorker will possess the following special skills: empathy, active listening, critical thinking, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with and advocate for patients and families.
YNHHS Requisition ID
167080
$56k-67k yearly est. 51d ago
Social Worker (LCSW/LMSW)
Nuvance Health 4.7
Norwalk, CT jobs
at Norwalk Hospital Association
At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+
strong hearts
and
open minds
. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career. Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care. Our accolades include the following:
The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
Healthgrades - America's 50 Best Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment
At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we're not just part of the community - we are its center. At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+
strong hearts
and
open minds
. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career. Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care. Our accolades include the following:
The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
Healthgrades - America's 50 Best Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment
At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we're not just part of the community - we are its center. Summary:
Assists in facilitating groups, preforming psychiatric assessments, providing treatment, and stabilization of patients for continued treatment. Strong collaboration with psychiatry team and other health professionals.
Responsibilities:
1. Facilitates group therapy, provides individual, family, crisis intervention, patient-centered support and psycho-education. 20%
2. Establishes objectives and develops patient-focused treatment plans to provide disposition and/or referral. Identifies potential barriers, limitations & lack of coping abilities, adjustments, and functional status. Participates in patient care planning 20%
3. Conducts intakes with patients/family members to evaluate coping abilities, dysfunctional adjustments, maladaptive behaviors, functional status. 20%
4. Maintains knowledge of community resources and refers patients & families to agencies for supportive services & concrete resources (financial assistance; housing; transportation; medications) on regular & emergency basis. 10%
5. Completes hospital and state required documentation & other paperwork & forms, including insurance authorization requirements. 10%
6. Evaluates for child, elder abuse, and domestic violence and makes appropriate referrals. Acts as a consultant and/or educator to staff relative to assessment, criteria & referral. 10%
7. Acts as a liaison for the patients within community (local, state and private agencies). 10%
8. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
Required:
Master's Level Degree.
Minimum 3 years work related experience.
Current Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) or will accept Licensed Master SocialWorker (LMSW). LCSW must be attained within 24 months from date of hire.
With
strong heart
s and
open minds
, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!
$51k-63k yearly est. Auto-Apply 1d ago
Social Worker / Clinician
Silver Hill Hospital 4.2
New Canaan, CT jobs
SocialWorker / Clinician - LMSW/LCSW or LPC/LPC-A
The SocialWorker / Clinician provides direct clinical care to patients in the therapeutic process from admission to discharge, and provides individual, family, and group therapy, preparing discharge plans as indicated. The SocialWorker / Clinician will interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure patient-centered, evidence-based, high-quality care for patients.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Carries a clinical caseload, conducts family therapeutic meetings utilizing biological, psychological, and systemic perspectives in understanding patients and their families to develop treatment plans and interventions from those perspectives appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Works cohesively with other team members and is a contributor to the team; actively communicating with the Director of Social Work and other SocialWorkers, as needed. Ensures care provided is appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Holds self-accountable to helping the patient and family achieve desired results, understanding and identifying professional strengths, limitations, and challenges.
Actively participates in clinical rounds & social work staff meetings/trainings.
Facilitates discharge planning and implementation.
Conducts group therapy sessions with techniques appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Provides intern and/or staff supervision, as requested by the Director of Social Work or Director of Clinical Operations.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required.
LMSW/LCSW/LPC or LPC-A required.
Experience working with addiction and/or a psychiatric patient population required.
Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills, and be able to flourish in a fast-paced environment.
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to move light objects weighing less than 20 pounds for short distances.
Ability to sit at a desk and walk around for different periods of time.
Silver Hill Hospital (“SHH”) is fully committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees as well as for applicants in all phases of the employment process (recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, and termination). Therefore, except in any cases of bona fide occupational qualification or need, SHH will act without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, past/present history of mental disorder, intellectual disability, physical or learning disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable law, (unless it is shown by supervisory personnel that a disability prevents performance of the work involved or may result in undue hardship) in all aspects of the employment process and relationship. This policy is based on the understanding that an applicant can handle the job requirements. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.
$54k-66k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Social Worker- Case Management - Per Diem
Yale-New Haven Health 4.1
Greenwich, CT jobs
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical SocialWorker I is a licensed, experienced professional who is the clinical expert in the assessment and treatment of patients, families and social work consultation to the interdisciplinary teams in a variety of inpatient and ambulatory settings in the Yale New Haven Health System. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. Licensed Social Work Clinical Practice
* 1.1 Interact professionally and with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
* 2. Professional Development
* 2.1 Maintain and enhance knowledge base and skill set through educational opportunities and meet expectations set forth by State licensure, Hospital and departmental standards.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work.
EXPERIENCE
For Connecticut, consistent with LCSW licensure requirements, 3,000 hours of post-masters social work experience and 100 hours of post-masters clinical supervision. For Rhode Island, consistent with LICSW licensure requirements, 24 months of experience licensed as a licensed clinical socialworker under appropriate supervision.
LICENSURE
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) from the State of Connecticut, or Licensed Independent Clinical SocialWorker (LICSW) from the State of Rhode Island, or those holding licenses from other states, will need an 'endorsement' and meet the State of Connecticut or State of Rhode Island license requirements
SPECIAL SKILLS
The SocialWorker will possess the following special skills: empathy, active listening, critical thinking, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with and advocate for patients and families.
YNHHS Requisition ID
162427
$55k-66k yearly est. 27d ago
Palliative Care Social Worker
Yale-New Haven Health 4.1
Trumbull, CT jobs
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Clinical SocialWorker I is a licensed, experienced professional who is the clinical expert in the assessment and treatment of patients, families and social work consultation to the interdisciplinary teams in a variety of inpatient and ambulatory settings in the Yale New Haven Health System. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization. As the clinical expert, the scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, diagnostic assessment, counseling, psychotherapy, brief treatment, crisis intervention, mental health consultation, teaching/mentoring, and/or other project/task force participation as assigned by supervisor. The clinical socialworker will work collaboratively with members of the health care teams throughout the organization.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
* 1. Licensed Social Work Clinical Practice
* 1.1 Interact professionally and with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial and ethnic backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
* 2. Professional Development
* 2.1 Maintain and enhance knowledge base and skill set through educational opportunities and meet expectations set forth by State licensure, Hospital and departmental standards.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work.
EXPERIENCE
For Connecticut, consistent with LCSW licensure requirements, 3,000 hours of post-masters social work experience and 100 hours of post-masters clinical supervision. For Rhode Island, consistent with LICSW licensure requirements, 24 months of experience licensed as a licensed clinical socialworker under appropriate supervision.
LICENSURE
Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) from the State of Connecticut, or Licensed Independent Clinical SocialWorker (LICSW) from the State of Rhode Island, or those holding licenses from other states, will need an 'endorsement' and meet the State of Connecticut or State of Rhode Island license requirements
SPECIAL SKILLS
The SocialWorker will possess the following special skills: empathy, active listening, critical thinking, strong organizational and computer skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with and advocate for patients and families.
Additional Information
LCSW Experience in Palliative Medicine, Hospice
YNHHS Requisition ID
165490
$55k-66k yearly est. 39d ago
Social Worker MSW (Medical, LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Hartford Healthcare 4.6
Torrington, CT jobs
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a SocialWorker (MSW).
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
Our SocialWorkers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care SocialWorker (LMSW) is a Master's prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients, in their home, to determine their short and long-term needs, and will provide short-term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care SocialWorker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient's bio-psychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk-factors, etc. The Home Care SocialWorker is familiar working with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care SocialWorker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients that were identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assists with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Completes comprehensive in-home psychosocial evaluations. Evaluations include:
Consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues
Physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics
Use of evidence-based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, etc.
Home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide
Patient/family understanding of their disease treatment options
Strengths, available supports, and barriers to care
Determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short-term skilled-nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Based on a comprehensive, culturally competent assessment collaborates with the patient and family to create a care plan with measureable goals. Implements short-term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well-being.
Provides clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals. Using identified strengths, encourage self-determination and independence
Act as educators for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, disease progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and improved delivery of services
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. Monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary
Maintains timely documentation of social work services, which reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment and treatment; social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitates team based care and collaboration
Work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life
Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in case conferences and IDT meetings
Assists the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient's care
Acts as a consultant for Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources
Identify HHC and community-based resources for patients and families as appropriate
2-3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
LMSW required, LCSW preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence the behaviors of patients and families.
Familiarity with various evidence-based assessment tools: PHQ-9/PHQ-2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements)
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
$58k-69k yearly est. 40d ago
Social Worker MSW (Medical, LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Hartford Healthcare 4.6
Torrington, CT jobs
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a SocialWorker (MSW).
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
Our SocialWorkers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care SocialWorker (LMSW) is a Master's prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients, in their home, to determine their short and long-term needs, and will provide short-term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care SocialWorker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient's bio-psychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk-factors, etc. The Home Care SocialWorker is familiar working with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care SocialWorker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients that were identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assists with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Completes comprehensive in-home psychosocial evaluations. Evaluations include\:
Consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues
Physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics
Use of evidence-based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, etc.
Home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide
Patient/family understanding of their disease treatment options
Strengths, available supports, and barriers to care
Determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short-term skilled-nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Based on a comprehensive, culturally competent assessment collaborates with the patient and family to create a care plan with measureable goals. Implements short-term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well-being.
Provides clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals. Using identified strengths, encourage self-determination and independence
Act as educators for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, disease progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and improved delivery of services
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. Monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary
Maintains timely documentation of social work services, which reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment and treatment; social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitates team based care and collaboration
Work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life
Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in case conferences and IDT meetings
Assists the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient's care
Acts as a consultant for Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources
Identify HHC and community-based resources for patients and families as appropriate
2-3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
LMSW required, LCSW preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence the behaviors of patients and families.
Familiarity with various evidence-based assessment tools\: PHQ-9/PHQ-2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements)
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
$58k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 38d ago
Palliative Care Social Worker (LCSW) - Dept of Medicine
Hartford Healthcare 4.6
Hartford, CT jobs
· Hold a master's degree from a social work program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Completion of Post-MSW Fellowship or Certification Program in Palliative Care preferred.
· Two years post MSW work experience in a healthcare setting.
· Work experience in the field of palliative care, hospice care or relevant disease-specific specialty care.
· Licensed Clinical SocialWorker (LCSW) with valid licensure in the State of Connecticut.
· Seek Advanced Palliative and Hospice SocialWorker - Certified (APHSW-C) certification within 2 years.
· Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
Job Summary:
As a member of the Hartford Hospital Palliative Care Department, the Palliative Care socialworker will provide comprehensive clinical and psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients with serious illness. The socialworker must be comfortable working in a fast-paced inpatient and outpatient setting where the structure of the day may change depending on patient, family and staff needs. The Palliative Care socialworker provides support around adjustment to illness, decision making, eliciting goals of care and family coping along the illness trajectory. In keeping with the NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in Palliative and End of Life Care (http\://********************** the socialworker will play a multidimensional role as clinician, educator, advocate and team consultant.
Job Responsibilities:
1. Performs comprehensive psychosocial assessments of hospitalized patients with serious illness. Assists the health care team to integrate psychosocial factors into treatment plans\: Ability to analyze significant psychological, physical, emotional, social and economic issues of patients/families and to effectively communicate the relevance of such to other health care providers. Ability to identify, analyze and suggest interventions for difficult patient/family management situations.
2. Provides social work intervention including counseling and support to assist patients/families. Demonstrates ability to form empathic relationships with patients/ families who have significant emotional adjustment and coping issues.
3. Effectively addresses quality of life and end of life issues within a culturally competent framework to support the equitable delivery of excellence in health care to all patients and families.
4. Assess patient/ family's level of understanding, barriers to learning, and to provide age-specific and culturally competent education as needed. Able to effectively assess and discuss the psychosocial issues of palliative care to patients/families
5. Arranges, attends and actively participates in patient/family conferences, in person, as well as via available telehealth resources.
6. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement by seeking ways of improving care, effectiveness, and efficiency within the Palliative Care Service through active participation in H3W Huddles and meetings.
7. Maintains patient records and other documentation in a manner consistent with standards of clinical care, hospital, department, third party and regulating agencies' policies and procedures and standards of risk management.
8. Attends Palliative Care Team rounds and all required departmental meetings.
9. Demonstrates awareness of, and adherence to, Hartford Hospital policies and procedures. Maintains confidentiality and complies with professional ethics according to professional departmental and organizational standards and maintains current Connecticut license to practice social work.
10. Participates in continuing education opportunities to enhance and broaden skills relevant to job performance; maintains documentation of continuing education and in-service activities provided.
11. Participates in educational programs for Hartford Hospital staff as an expert on psychosocial issues in palliative care.
12. Works with members of the team to provide bereavement follow up for our palliative care patients.
13. Helps to ensure that we have appropriately documented Serious Illness Conversations, as well as appropriately scanned- in copies of other advance care planning documentation (such as completed health care representative forms, MOLST forms, Living Wills, Guardianship paperwork) into the Electronic medical record for all patients seen by our service for palliative care consultation.
$58k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Hartford Healthcare 4.6
Connecticut jobs
2-3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
LMSW required, LCSW preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence the behaviors of patients and families.
Familiarity with various evidence-based assessment tools\: PHQ-9/PHQ-2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements)
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a SocialWorker (MSW).
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
Our SocialWorkers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care SocialWorker (LMSW) is a Master's prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients, in their home, to determine their short and long-term needs, and will provide short-term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care SocialWorker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient's bio-psychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk-factors, etc. The Home Care SocialWorker is familiar working with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care SocialWorker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients that were identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assists with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Completes comprehensive in-home psychosocial evaluations. Evaluations include\:
Consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues
Physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics
Use of evidence-based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, etc.
Home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide
Patient/family understanding of their disease treatment options
Strengths, available supports, and barriers to care
Determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short-term skilled-nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Based on a comprehensive, culturally competent assessment collaborates with the patient and family to create a care plan with measureable goals. Implements short-term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well-being.
Provides clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals. Using identified strengths, encourage self-determination and independence
Act as educators for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, disease progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and improved delivery of services
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. Monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary
Maintains timely documentation of social work services, which reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment and treatment; social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitates team based care and collaboration
Work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life
Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in case conferences and IDT meetings
Assists the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient's care
Acts as a consultant for Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources
Identify HHC and community-based resources for patients and families as appropriate
$58k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 52d ago
Social Worker (LMSW, LCSW) - HomeCare
Hartford Healthcare 4.6
Southington, CT jobs
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a SocialWorker (MSW).
Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.
Our SocialWorkers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy.
The Home Care SocialWorker (LMSW) is a Master's prepared, Licensed Clinician who will engage patients, in their home, to determine their short and long-term needs, and will provide short-term counseling/interventions to meet care plan objectives. The Home Care SocialWorker will collaborate with patients, their families, physicians, and home care team to identify and address patient's bio-psychosocial needs, barriers to care, risk-factors, etc. The Home Care SocialWorker is familiar working with patients who have complex health care and psychosocial problems that require a high degree of clinical oversight and creative problem solving. The Home Care SocialWorker works independently and uses critical thinking skills to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments, and has the ability to respond appropriately to crisis situations.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Key areas of responsibility
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patients that were identified for Social Work Services, and through IDT/case communication, assists with identifying patients that would benefit from Social Work Services.
Completes comprehensive in-home psychosocial evaluations. Evaluations include:
Consideration of developmental, social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental, and medical issues
Physical, social, emotional, and familial characteristics
Use of evidence-based assessment tools to determine cognitive status and behavioral health needs including Dementia, Depression, Anxiety, etc.
Home safety, family dynamics, caregiver strain, and other risk factors including suicide
Patient/family understanding of their disease treatment options
Strengths, available supports, and barriers to care
Determine appropriate level of care including needs for long/short-term skilled-nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, adult day care, etc.
Based on a comprehensive, culturally competent assessment collaborates with the patient and family to create a care plan with measureable goals. Implements short-term interventions to address identified barriers and promote health and well-being.
Provides clinical treatment services in form of triage, crisis intervention, individual or family therapy, screening and planning
Utilize Motivational Interviewing and Coaching skills to assist patients/families in identifying and addressing goals. Using identified strengths, encourage self-determination and independence
Act as educators for patients, families, the community, and other professionals regarding disease prevention, disease progression, impact of illness, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens
Advocate for the needs and interests of patients to improve access to care and improved delivery of services
Provide ongoing assessment of patient and family needs. Monitor and alter care plan goals and interventions as necessary
Maintains timely documentation of social work services, which reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment and treatment; social work involvement and outcomes.
Facilitates team based care and collaboration
Work collaboratively with primary care and specialty physicians and other members of the health care team to improve quality of life
Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Participates in case conferences and IDT meetings
Assists the health care team in understanding social/psychological factors related to patient's care
Acts as a consultant for Agency staff regarding abuse, neglect, exploitation, and community resources
Identify HHC and community-based resources for patients and families as appropriate
2-3 years health care experience, inclusive of acute and community health experience
Licensure, Certification, Registration
LMSW required, LCSW preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Considerable knowledge of social, cultural, economic, political, religious, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence the behaviors of patients and families.
Familiarity with various evidence-based assessment tools: PHQ-9/PHQ-2, SLUMS, BIMS, FAST, SAD Caregiver Strain Index, etc.
Knowledge of and ability to obtain community resources (town/state/federal programs and eligibility requirements)
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
$58k-69k yearly est. 54d ago
Social Worker (MSW)
Saint Francis Health System 4.8
New Haven, CT jobs
Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply. Full Time Days #ALDIND Job Summary: Provides skilled interventions for 1) the support and/or resolution of patient and family crises, 2) problem-solving and decision-making, 3) advocacy and facilitation necessitated by life-changing events (adoption, guardianship, abuse, placement, bereavement) 4) mediation of risk factors and coping with disease or disability and 5) other psychosocial and/or socioeconomic issues while adhering to Saint Francis Health System and departmental policies/procedures including those on Infection Control, Confidentiality, Patient's Rights, Advance Directives, Disaster Protocol, Safety and Fire Prevention, Attendance, and Punctuality.
Minimum Education: Completion of Masters of Social Work or closely related degree from an accredited program.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: None. LCSW (Licensed Clinical SocialWorker) or LPC (Licensed Practical Counselor) preferred.
Work Experience: Experience in hospital or community health agency is not required but preferred; prior experience with assigned patient population may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to have additional language fluency in addition to English may be preferred. Must be computer literate.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Receives referrals and assesses in a timely manner those patients and families/significant others who are referred to social work service. Integrates social work plan into overall patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Provides skilled Social Work services in the areas of comprehensive case management, discharge planning, continuing care services, advocacy, clinical social work services, including crisis intervention, and patient/family education utilizing individual and family modalities. Provides skilled social work services in the areas of abuse and neglect, advanced directives, psychiatric placements/issues, end of life issues pertinent to the assigned patient population. Understands and utilizes hospital and community based resources and entitlements. Refers patients, families/significant others, and hospital staff to appropriate services to insure continuity and quality of care. Develops and utilizes specialized knowledge of resources related to the needs of specific patient populations. Facilitates efforts to obtain insurance coverage for hospital and community based services. Documents the patient care plan, staff interventions and outcomes promptly and completely in the patient's medical record. Completes statistical reports as required by the department and other programs. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to develop complex discharge plans prospectively and conduct transitional planning for patients moving to nursing home and other facilities. Continues and encourages professional development through supervision, attendance at hospital and community conferences and mandatory inservice training with the intent of enhancing knowledge, sensitivity, and self- awareness about special issues related to culture, race, gender, religion or sexual orientation. Participates in community education and support group activities as approved.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions from many diversified alternatives that are subject to general review in final stages only
Working Relationships: Coordinates activities of others (does not supervise) Works directly with patients and/or customers Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction Works with other healthcare professionals and staff Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Clinical Care Management - Yale Campus
Location:
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
$57k-68k yearly est. Auto-Apply 28d ago
Social Worker - Pediatric Pulmonology
Saint Francis Health System 4.8
New Haven, CT jobs
Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply. This position is ECB status - requires a minimum number of worked hours per month as needed by the department; limited benefit offerings. Days This position is ECB, which is scheduled on an as-needed-basis without a guaranteed number of hours; it requires a minimum number of available hours each month and offers limited benefits.
Job Summary: Provides skilled interventions for 1) the support and/or resolution of patient and family crises, 2) problem-solving and decision-making, 3) advocacy and facilitation necessitated by life-changing events (adoption, guardianship, abuse, placement, bereavement) 4) mediation of risk factors and coping with disease or disability and 5) other psychosocial and/or socioeconomic issues while adhering to Saint Francis Health System and departmental policies/procedures including those on Infection Control, Confidentiality, Patient's Rights, Advance Directives, Disaster Protocol, Safety and Fire Prevention, Attendance, and Punctuality.
Minimum Education: Completion of Masters of Social Work or closely related degree from an accredited program.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: None. LCSW (Licensed Clinical SocialWorker) or LPC (Licensed Practical Counselor) preferred.
Work Experience: Experience in hospital or community health agency is not required but preferred; prior experience with assigned patient population may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to have additional language fluency in addition to English may be preferred. Must be computer literate.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Receives referrals and assesses in a timely manner those patients and families/significant others who are referred to social work service. Integrates social work plan into overall patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Provides skilled Social Work services in the areas of comprehensive case management, discharge planning, continuing care services, advocacy, clinical social work services, including crisis intervention, and patient/family education utilizing individual and family modalities. Provides skilled social work services in the areas of abuse and neglect, advanced directives, psychiatric placements/issues, end of life issues pertinent to the assigned patient population. Understands and utilizes hospital and community based resources and entitlements. Refers patients, families/significant others, and hospital staff to appropriate services to insure continuity and quality of care. Develops and utilizes specialized knowledge of resources related to the needs of specific patient populations. Facilitates efforts to obtain insurance coverage for hospital and community based services. Documents the patient care plan, staff interventions and outcomes promptly and completely in the patient's medical record. Completes statistical reports as required by the department and other programs. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to develop complex discharge plans prospectively and conduct transitional planning for patients moving to nursing home and other facilities. Continues and encourages professional development through supervision, attendance at hospital and community conferences and mandatory inservice training with the intent of enhancing knowledge, sensitivity, and self- awareness about special issues related to culture, race, gender, religion or sexual orientation. Participates in community education and support group activities as approved.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions from many diversified alternatives that are subject to general review in final stages only
Working Relationships: Coordinates activities of others (does not supervise) Works directly with patients and/or customers Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction Works with other healthcare professionals and staff Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above
Special Job Dimensions: None.
Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.
Pediatric Pulmonology - Warren Building - Warren Clinic
Location:
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74136
Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.
EOE Protected Veterans/Disability
$61k-70k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Social Worker Per Diem
Trinity Health Corporation 4.3
Hartford, CT jobs
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is looking for LCSW / LMSW SocialWorker to join our Case Management team. The SocialWorker is responsible for assessing and providing direct Social Work services and interventions to patients and families in the hospital setting upon admission and throughout discharge.
You Will Be Responsible For:
* Provide ongoing case management support to the patients.
* Assesses patient's needs and develops discharge care plans.
* Communicate effectively with staff, colleagues, patients, and family members.
* Utilizes standard Social Work intervention techniques collaborating with patients and families.
* Work as a resource to other staff members.
Minimum Requirements:
* MSW degree from an accredited School of Social Work required.
* CT State Social Work Licensure LMSW or LCSW preferred.
* Certification in case management (CCM) and certification in Continuity of Care - advanced (ACCC) preferred.
* Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care regulations and trends
* Experience with utilization management, home care, community resources, and rehabilitation beneficial.
Highlights
* Great benefits effective on first day
* Engaged supportive Leadership.
* Mission-Driven Team Environment
* Per Diem. Weekend availability needed
About Trinity Health Of New England | Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center:
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
$48k-56k yearly est. 27d ago
SOCIAL WORK INTERNSHIP
Intercommunity, Inc. 4.1
East Hartford, CT jobs
Job DescriptionDescription:
InterCommunity is a Federally Qualified Healthcare Look a Like based in East Hartford, Connecticut. For over 45 years, InterCommunity has offered full healthcare services to those in central CT ranging from primary care, family and school-based healthcare, mental and behavioral health care, and addiction recovery services.
Our staff of talented and passionate licensed clinicians are looking to mentor, educate, and precept the next generation of incoming clinicians. We are looking for talented students who are looking for hands-on experiences with clinicians, nurses, residential support staff, and most importantly, clients to enrich their academic experience and fulfill any requirements they may have to complete their academic career.
If you are currently pursuing a final degree or licensure to begin your journey as a clinician, please apply!
Requirements:
Enrollment in an academic program with the purpose of obtaining a final degree award of: Bachelors or Master of Social Work (BSW; MSW) or Mental Health Counseling
Enrollment or current pursuit of the following clinical licensure: SocialWorker (LCSW;LMSW), Professional Counselor (LPC, LPCA), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Counselor
Current or Approved Affiliation with an academic institution
Attestation from an Affiliated Academic Institution for current health records
$39k-51k yearly est. 1d ago
Community Social Worker
Mercy Housing & Shelter Corp 3.9
Social worker job at Mercy Housing and Shelter
Job Description
Scheduled Work Times/Locations
Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM; Hartford, CT
The Community SocialWorker I will work to support the mission of Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation. The Community SocialWorker I will work with our clients to help achieve independence and stability in their communities by providing housing and supportive services. The Community SocialWorker I holds primary responsibility for empowering and facilitating clients to reach their goals as well as full and productive integration with the community.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Establish positive rapport with the caseload of 15-20 clients who are homeless or at risk who are living with disabling conditions.
Demonstrates understanding of and evaluates clients by acknowledging individual psychological or behavioral needs, developmental abilities, cultural influences, and trauma history
Provide comprehensive planning and active support for the care, treatment, and safety of the agency's clients.
Assist clients with the development of person-centered individual service plans and goals to provide support for achievement to maintain housing, and other client- identified goals.
Advocate and/or assist client in receiving services identified in the planning process including resources for transportation i.e., medical cab or bus tickets and when needed transport clients.
Engage clients in Targeted Case Management services and enter client case notes using TCM, CLAMP format, within the 72-hour time frame, complete six month and annual assessments and service plans to be submitted every six (6) months.
Collaborate with property management and/or rental assistance administrator to assist with client during, recertification and housing inspections.
Perform regular Health and Safety Inspections of client units, when relevant, to ensure the quality of housing our clients reside in.
Engage with property management and serve as a liaison to provide mediation and advocacy with client/property management on behalf of the client to develop a workable plan to obtain or maintain housing.
Provide crisis intervention to ensure the clients well-being and stability so that they remain in the community.
Develop or maintain familiarity with community resources and referral processes necessary to access these resources.
Assist clients with the coordination of health services and, as necessary, schedules client appointments for and provides transportation to physicians, clinicians, and other health care professionals.
Mediate conflicts between providers, family/guardians, clients, and the agency, per the client's needs.
Act as liaison with other agencies, i.e., DSS, SSI, HOPWA/ACT, and other social and vocational agencies to advocate for and assist clients.
Attend relevant CAN meetings as requested by their supervisor and participate in Case Management meetings, conferences, seminars, and trainings as required.
Prepare for and facilitate group meetings for clients on a variety of topics beneficial to their health and human service needs.
Travel and networking in the community.
Documentation Expectations
Monthly management of updating data into Smartsheet and the Homeless Management Information System HMIS for data input/integrity including annual and periodic updates and assessments as relevant
Maintain complete and up-to-date client files to assure overall compliance with agency standards utilizing the assigned programs Master List.
Enter client case notes using the GIRP format, within the 72-hour time frame, complete six month and annual assessments and service plans to be submitted every six (6) months.
Follow proper intake & discharge procedures, when a client is discharged, with attention to recordkeeping and referrals.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Documentation skills including good oral and written comprehension, computer literacy, accurate and timely documentation and record keeping abilities.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and develop sound reasoning/logic when formulating solution focused treatment plans and engaging with clients.
Excellent time management skills: ability to manage, organize and prioritize flow of work.
Ability to motivate clients.
Bilingual, Spanish/English preferred.
Preferred knowledge of fair housing laws.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college/university or two-three years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably with homeless persons, persons with mental illness and/or substance abuse.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have reliable transportation, valid Connecticut driver's license and clean driving record with proof of automobile insurance.
Compensation & Benefits
$23-$25 per hour, based on experience plus generous incentive compensation plan.
Community Housing Advocates provides a generous employee benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, short- and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time employees receive 10 days of PTO (paid time off) per year, plus 11 paid holidays and one (1) Floating Holiday and 40 Hours of Accrued Paid Sick Leave.
Physical Demands
The physical demands associated with the essential functions of this job are intermittent physical activity, such as walking, sitting and occasional lifting, stooping, bending, and reaching.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.