Clinical Social Worker jobs at Optimus Health Care

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 social worker will provide comprehensive clinical and psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients with serious illness. The social worker 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 social worker 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 (***************************** the social worker 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. Qualifications · 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 Social Worker (LCSW) with valid licensure in the State of Connecticut. · Seek Advanced Palliative and Hospice Social Worker - 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.

Shift Detail: Monday-Friday, flexible day shift 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. The Institute of Living at Hartford Hospital remains one of America's leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral health and addiction disorders. Our dedicated and skilled treatment team provides patients and their families with the highest quality of personalized care at our facility, set on historic, park-like grounds designed by Frederick Law Ohlmsted. Programs are offered for children, adolescents and adults struggling with a wide range of behavioral health issues. Job Summary Works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence-based substance use and addiction treatment services. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to conduct a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment, develops and implements treatment/discharge plan, monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient and family needs, and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote the individualized care plan, detox, and/or substance use rehab. Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals, including but not limited to disease prevention and progression, advocacy for benefits, and maintenance of treatment regimen. Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, referral and discharge planning. Maintains timely, patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. Participates in administrative and developmental activities including team meetings and clinical supervision by program manager. Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy or related Human Service field Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with substance use disorders or addiction services LCSW, LADC, or LPC; responsible for maintaining current licensure Valid Driver's License Computer proficient Ability to assess problems, determine solutions, and make decisions within a timely manner Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety At the Institute of Living, we don't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Clinicians! 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.

Shift Detail: Schedule: Monday - Friday; 9:00am-5:30pm 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. Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut's leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions. We offer a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in Helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery. Program Summary Natchaug's Joshua Center Programs treat children as young as six and as old as 17 who are struggling with psychiatric or substance abuse issues, but do not require inpatient care. Services Include: Comprehensive assessment, which may include: Comprehensive aftercare planning, family, group, and individual therapy, occupational and creative rehabilitation therapy. Natchaug Hospital provides transportation from school to the Joshua Center Program, and then to the student's home. Job Summary Behavioral Health Clinician works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services in the Child/Adolescent Outpatient department. Clinical services include individual, group and family therapy. Key responsibilities of Behavioral Health Clinician: Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end -of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. ***Behavioral Health Clinicians are eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $2,500.00, in accordance with program guidelines*** Qualifications Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy or related human service field. Previous experience in a healthcare setting required, preferably working with a mental health and/or chemical dependency population. Current Connecticut LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, or CADC Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. We take great care of careers. Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top-notch organization: Sign-on Bonus Federal loan forgiveness program Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7% Supervision toward licensure and cost reimbursement Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 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.

Highlights Department: Physical Rehab - Outpatient Hours: Full-Time/35 hours Shift: Days, 1st Shift The Outpatient Physical Therapist administers Physical Therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with Hospital regulation, State of Connecticut Practice Act and quality standards. Responsible for clinical oversight of PTA Key duties and Responsibilities: Develops a plan of care for each patient with the patient's input and agreement, which includes safety, educational, psychological and developmental needs of the patient. Interprets and assesses data about the patient as evidenced by appropriate goal setting and revision of goals throughout the plan care while explaining treatment goals, plans, techniques and outcomes to patient and or family. Displays expertise in recommending various therapeutic procedures and modalities. Complies with professional and departmental documentation standards. Addresses a home exercise program with each patient Maintains an adequate caseload, adhering to departmental productivity standards. Attends continuing education seminars as required by licensure and schedules and presents an educational program, including tests, to Rehab staff or other medical professionals. Communicates regularly with Rehabilitation Supervisor, other team members and referring physicians for patient care. All other job related duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited School of Physical Therapy Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of Connecticut Preferred Skills: Experience with electronic medical charting 3-5 years clinical experience Flexibility with scheduling Comprehensive Benefits Offered: Competitive and affordable health benefits (total rewards package) 403(b) retirement plan with company matching Paid holidays, time off and sick time Wellness rewards program Quick commute access from I-84, I-91, Route 9 and surrounding areas Free parking with shuttle drop-off service …and much more! About Middlesex Health The Smarter Choice for your Career! Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces, and a Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.

Highlights Department: Physical Rehab - Outpatient Hours: Part-Time/24 hours (This is a benefits eligible position). Shift: Days, 1st Shift The Pelvic Floor Therapist (PT or OT) administers therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with Hospital regulation, State of Connecticut Practice Act and quality standards. Responsible for clinical oversight of tech aides. Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited School of Physical or Occupational Therapy Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in the State of Connecticut Experience in pelvic floor rehabilitation Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic medical charting 3-5 years clinical experience Flexibility with scheduling Comprehensive Benefits Offered: Competitive and affordable health benefits (total rewards package) 403(b) retirement plan with company matching Paid holidays, time off and sick time Wellness rewards program Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas Free parking with shuttle drop-off service …and much more! Department Description Joining the Physical Rehabilitation Department is an opportunity to be a part of a talented multidisciplinary team. We offer a variety of specialty programs, including aquatic therapy, dry needling, McKenzie Method, vestibular, oncology, lymphedema, and pelvic health to name a few. Our dedicated, experienced clinicians are committed to lifelong learning and professional growth through monthly department education and frequent onsite course hosting. We believe in the power of peer mentorship as a way to share knowledge and promote excellence in patient care. Our beautiful facilities offer private treatment rooms and state of the art equipment. We provide one on one direct patient care with licensed clinicians. The Smarter Choice for your Career! Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces, and a Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.

Highlights Department: Dept of Psych Crisis Services Hours: 24.00 per week Shift: Shift 2 Crisis clinicians act as a central resource to the community regarding psychiatric services available in the community, triage referrals to practitioners, provide assessments of patients as needed, perform very time-limited crisis intervention services. Minimum Qualifications Licensed Independent Practitioner in mental health field and 2 years relevant experience. Experience in ambulatory and/or crisis-E.D. setting preferred. Excellent clinical judgment and autonomy in decision making is required. Comprehensive Benefits Offered Competitive and affordable benefits package Shift Differentials Continuing Education assistance Tuition reimbursement Student Loan relief through Fiducius Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas About Middlesex Health The Smarter Choice for your Career! Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces, and a Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.

Shift Detail: 24 hours per week, possibly more in the future. Three 8 hour shifts or four 6 hours shift 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. The Institute of Living, one of the first mental health centers in the U.S., remains one of America's leading not-for-profit centers for patient care, research and education in the fields of behavioral, psychiatric and addiction disorder. Through our dedicated, experienced and skilled clinicians, we provide patients and their families with the highest quality of personalized care. Programs are offered for children, adolescents and adults struggling with mental illness as well as offering services specializing in Anxiety, Eating Disorders, and Geriatric Services. Job Summary Works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services across the continuum of care. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics. Job Responsibilities Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary Team to assess for appropriate level of care and risk factors; develops and implements care/discharge plan and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote optimal clinical and financial outcomes. Utilizes specific therapeutic methods/strategies/interventions in accordance with individualized care plan. Monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient/family needs. Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals including but not limited to disease prevention, impact of illness and disease progression, advocacy for benefits, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens. Provides direct patient care that may include: case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end-of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations. Participates in administrative and development activities including team meetings, clinical supervision of staff and staff education. Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students. Supports the development of hospital and/or unit-based programming to meet the clinical and strategic needs of the patients and the milieu. Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience. Ensures the cost-effective utilization of resources. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field Previous experience in a healthcare setting LCSW, LPC, LMFT Valid Driver's License Computer proficient Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs. Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety Assumes responsibility for self-improvement by identifying, communicating and seeking resources or instruction/validation to meet own learning needs, and is self-directed in maintaining currency of validations, certifications, licensure and training. Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. Develops and maintains cultural competence with an understanding of the history, traditions, values, and family systems of client groups as relates to health care and decision-making. Displays sensitivity to and awareness of the diversity in cultural groups and integrates this knowledge into their practice. We take great care of careers. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, The Hartford Hospital Institute of Living provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working in a thriving centrally located urban community: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Located on the Institute of Living's historic park-like grounds designed by Frederick Law Ohlmsted 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, 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 Social Worker (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 Social Workers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy. The Home Care Social Worker (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 Social Worker 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 Social Worker 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 Social Worker 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 Qualifications 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.

Shift Detail: Monday through Thursday- 11am-7:30p and Friday (day shift)- 8a-4:30p or 8:30a-5p There is an opportunity for scheduling flexibility in this role. 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. Rushford Center, one of Connecticut's leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services. Job Summary This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical candidate with entrepreneurial spirit to create a comprehensive mental health intensive outpatient program to their own specifications, modalities, and clinical strengths. Reflecting our commitment to safety and collaboration, our evening programs are well staffed so the selected candidate will have strong colleague support and regular team interaction during their shift. The preferred candidate is a motivated clinician with prior experience working in a mental health intensive outpatient program and/or a psychiatric inpatient unit, with the psychiatric experience, confidence, and drive to bring this new program to fruition. This is a second-shift role, but we're making it more rewarding with flexible scheduling options for both days and hours so you can find the balance that works best for you.This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical candidate with entrepreneurial spirit to create a comprehensive mental health intensive outpatient program to their own specifications, modalities, and clinical strengths. Reflecting our commitment to safety and collaboration, our evening programs are well staffed so the selected candidate will have strong colleague support and regular team interaction during their shift. The preferred candidate is a motivated clinician with prior experience working in a mental health intensive outpatient program and/or a psychiatric inpatient unit, with the psychiatric experience, confidence, and drive to bring this new program to fruition. This is a second-shift role, but we're making it more rewarding with flexible scheduling options for both days and hours so you can find the balance that works best for you.This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical candidate with entrepreneurial spirit to create a comprehensive mental health intensive outpatient program to their own specifications, modalities, and clinical strengths. Reflecting our commitment to safety and collaboration, our evening programs are well staffed so the selected candidate will have strong colleague support and regular team interaction during their shift. The preferred candidate is a motivated clinician with prior experience working in a mental health intensive outpatient program and/or a psychiatric inpatient unit, with the psychiatric experience, confidence, and drive to bring this new program to fruition. This is a second-shift role, but we're making it more rewarding with flexible scheduling options for both days and hours so you can find the balance that works best for you.This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical candidate with entrepreneurial spirit to create a comprehensive mental health intensive outpatient program to their own specifications, modalities, and clinical strengths. Reflecting our commitment to safety and collaboration, our evening programs are well staffed so the selected candidate will have strong colleague support and regular team interaction during their shift. The preferred candidate is a motivated clinician with prior experience working in a mental health intensive outpatient program and/or a psychiatric inpatient unit, with the psychiatric experience, confidence, and drive to bring this new program to fruition. This is a second-shift role, but we're making it more rewarding with flexible scheduling options for both days and hours so you can find the balance that works best for you.This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical candidate with entrepreneurial spirit to create a comprehensive mental health intensive outpatient program to their own specifications, modalities, and clinical strengths. Reflecting our commitment to safety and collaboration, our evening programs are well staffed so the selected candidate will have strong colleague support and regular team interaction during their shift. The preferred candidate is a motivated clinician with prior experience working in a mental health intensive outpatient program and/or a psychiatric inpatient unit, with the psychiatric experience, confidence, and drive to bring this new program to fruition. This is a second-shift role, but we're making it more rewarding with flexible scheduling options for both days and hours so you can find the balance that works best for you. Job Responsibilities Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary Team to assess for appropriate level of care and risk factors; develops and implements care/discharge plan and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote optimal clinical and financial outcomes. Utilizes specific therapeutic methods/strategies/interventions in accordance with individualized care plan. Monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient/family needs. Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals including but not limited to disease prevention, impact of illness and disease progression, advocacy for benefits, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens. Provides direct patient care that may include: case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end-of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations. Participates in administrative and development activities including team meetings, clinical supervision of staff and staff education. Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students. Supports the development of hospital and/or unit-based programming to meet the clinical and strategic needs of the patients and the milieu. Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience. Ensures the cost-effective utilization of resources. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field Previous experience in a healthcare setting LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LADC Valid Driver's License Computer proficient Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs. Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety Assumes responsibility for self-improvement by identifying, communicating and seeking resources or instruction/validation to meet own learning needs, and is self-directed in maintaining currency of validations, certifications, licensure and training. Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. Develops and maintains cultural competence with an understanding of the history, traditions, values, and family systems of client groups as relates to health care and decision-making. Displays sensitivity to and awareness of the diversity in cultural groups and integrates this knowledge into their practice. We take great care of careers. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including paid holidays Higher Education Partnerships with select universities and colleges. Tuition reimbursement. HHC provides the maximum benefit allowed by the IRS to cover educational expenses with no additional tax burden for you. Success Sharing Program Leadership growth opportunities and trainings Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Flexible schedule In addition to our generous and competitive salary and benefits package, this location is approved for the HRSA Federal Loan Forgiveness program 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.

Shift Detail: Schedule: M-F; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Have the ability to float to all ambulatory sites including, Vernon, Enfield, Dayville, Danielson, Mansfield, Norwich, Groton, and Old Saybrook as needed. 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. Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut's leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance use addictions. We offer a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in Helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery. Program Summary In the Adult Partial Hospitalization Treatment and Intensive Outpatient Treatment programs, we focus on creating a therapeutic environment where people can learn strategies for coping and improve their functioning. Each client's treatment plan is centered on group therapy which allows for sharing of experiences while gaining support and validation. When people need intensive, comprehensive treatment for psychiatric and chemical dependency issues but do not need inpatient or residential hospital care, Natchaug offers intensive, structured clinical treatment in programs that may include up to six hours of treatment a day, five days a week. These intensive treatment programs can help prevent the need for hospitalization. They can also help people make the transition to home after inpatient or residential treatment. Natchaug brings this clinical care closer to people's homes by offering programs throughout Eastern Connecticut. Job Summary Behavioral Health Clinician works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services in the Adult outpatient department. Clinical services include individual, group and family therapy. Key responsibilities of Behavioral Health Clinician: Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Provides direct patient care that may include case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end -of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflect the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Needs to have the ability to float to all ambulatory clinical sites including, Vernon, Enfield, Dayville, Danielson, Mansfield, Norwich, Groton, and Old Saybrook as needed. ***Behavioral Health Clinicians are eligible for a Sign On Bonus up to $2,500.00, in accordance with program guidelines*** Qualifications Master's degree in social work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field. Previous experience in a healthcare setting required, preferably working with a mental health and/or chemical dependency population. Current Connecticut LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A, or CADC. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. We take great care of careers. Hartford HealthCare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top-notch organization: Sign-on Bonus Federal loan forgiveness program Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7% Supervision toward licensure and cost reimbursement Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 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.

Shift Detail: 1st shift with split of hours in our Torrington Behavioral Health and Winsted BH Office 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. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. Job Summary Works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services across the continuum of care. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics. Job Responsibilities Conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary Team to assess for appropriate level of care and risk factors; develops and implements care/discharge plan and coordinates consults/referrals to remove barriers and promote optimal clinical and financial outcomes. Utilizes specific therapeutic methods/strategies/interventions in accordance with individualized care plan. Monitors progress of interventions and revises plan to meet patient/family needs. Provides education to patient/family with respect to meeting established goals including but not limited to disease prevention, impact of illness and disease progression, advocacy for benefits, health maintenance, and adherence to treatment regimens. Provides direct patient care that may include: case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end-of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Refers patient to appropriate levels of care and available resources that promote the individualized care plan. Maintains timely patient-centered documentation that reflects the patient and client systems' pertinent information for assessment, interventions and outcomes in accordance with regulatory licensing requirements and third-party agencies. Performs clinical diagnosis in conjunction with conducting a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishment of a care plan. Provides evidence based in-home treatment to parents/infants focusing on attachment and needs to both the caretaker and infant. Champions integrated care model treatment guidelines in the primary care setting by providing approximately 6-8 sessions of short-term, focused treatment. Independently able to provide clinical social work interventions to all patient populations. Participates in administrative and development activities including team meetings, clinical supervision of staff and staff education. Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students. Supports the development of hospital and/or unit-based programming to meet the clinical and strategic needs of the patients and the milieu. Works as a team member to contribute to improved patient experience. Ensures the cost-effective utilization of resources. Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work, or Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy or Related Human Service Field Previous experience in a healthcare setting LCSW, LPC, LMFT Valid Driver's License Computer proficient Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors, to meet age specific patient needs. Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety Assumes responsibility for self-improvement by identifying, communicating and seeking resources or instruction/validation to meet own learning needs, and is self-directed in maintaining currency of validations, certifications, licensure and training. Is cognizant of health-related social needs and cultural competence. Recognizes and addresses health disparities-inequalities and injustices directed toward clients, related to access to care and provision of health services. Develops and maintains cultural competence with an understanding of the history, traditions, values, and family systems of client groups as relates to health care and decision-making. Displays sensitivity to and awareness of the diversity in cultural groups and integrates this knowledge into their practice. We take great care of careers. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Stress free commute; free parking and no shuttles Staff kitchen Individual offices for full-time clinicians 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.

Shift Detail: Monday - Friday 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. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. Child First is a model home-based early childhood intervention, embedded in a system of care, that works to decrease the incidence of serious emotional disturbance, developmental and learning problems, and abuse and neglect among the most vulnerable young children and families. Job Description Join an established and multicultural diverse interdisciplinary team at the Charlotte Hungerford Center for Youth and Families - a Nationally Accredited Child Advocacy Center - that provides a safe and therapeutic healing environment for children, teens, and their families. The children served in Child First range in age from prenatal up to 6 years of age. The Center for Youth and Families supports clinicians work by providing, weekly individual and team clinical supervision, weekly clinical group supervision to review cases and interact with colleagues, professional development opportunities that include training in the Child First model, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, and additional clinical topics, committed focus on employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth, and regular engagement with Department Medical Director & Administrator. The Child First Clinician engages with families and the Child First Care Coordinator in the collaborative assessment process. The clinician uses all available information to develop a thoughtful, well-integrated clinical formulation and Child and Family Plan of Care in partnership with the Care Coordinator and family. Provides Child First home-based psychotherapeutic intervention with young children and their caregivers using relational, dyadic psychotherapy (CPP) and other modalities. Helps caregivers gain insight regarding personal history, feelings for child, and current parenting practices. Averts crisis situations by assisting the family in times of urgent need in consultation with the Clinical Coordinator and Care Coordinator. Provides mental health and developmental assessment and consultation within early care and education setting and to other childhood providers. Keeps all appropriate documentation for clinical accountability and reimbursement. Career development and advancement is available for those who want to participate in department as well as Hartford Healthcare system committees. Experienced staff can explore opportunities to supervise clinicians in our intern program or potentially be selected to participate in leadership development training. Qualifications Qualifications Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or M.S. in Counseling and current State of Connecticut licensure or license eligible as an LCSW, LMFT, or LPC. Clinical experience in a psychiatric setting working with young children and families preferred. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Stress free commute; free parking and no shuttles Staff kitchen Individual offices for full-time clinicians 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.

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 Social Worker (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 Social Workers (MSW) utilize their extensive education and training to provide personalized care to our patients in a rewarding environment that promotes autonomy. The Home Care Social Worker (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 Social Worker 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 Social Worker 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 Social Worker 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 Qualifications 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.

Shift Detail: Schedule: Mon-Fri; 9:00am - 5:30pm 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. Natchaug Hospital is Eastern Connecticut's leading provider for children, adolescents and adults with mental illness and substance abuse addictions. We offer a variety of programs including inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, residential treatment for court-involved teenage girls, geriatric services, clinical day treatment schools and chemical dependency services. Through our multi-site network of care, we constantly strive to meet its mission in helping people find their way while educating and empowering individuals to participate in their own care and recovery. Job Summary Supervisor of Behavioral Health works in coordination with interdisciplinary teams to organize, prepare, and deliver evidence based clinical services across the continuum of care for Adults and Child/Adolescents. Clinical services include individual, group and family therapy. Maintains ethical principles and professional standards of practice in adherence to the discipline's professional code of ethics. This is a key supporting member of the management team that oversees day-to-day program operations and is responsible for the supervision of assigned clinical care activities to monitor standard work and meet regulatory requirements. Career growth opportunities. Key areas of responsibility: Unit and Personnel Management Supervise all clinical care, including use of behavioral health interventions, emergency management and monitors compliance with requirements for treatment planning and transition planning. Hires, trains, provides coaching and gives corrective action, delegates tasks to ensure productivity and educates staff. Assesses staff performance and develops clinical team. Identifies opportunities for operational improvement and plans to implement them in collaboration with Program Manager. Provides clear goals and expectations for staff and holds them accountable. Sets and measures results with respect to established objectives. Direct Patient Care When required, conducts a comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and establishes a care plan, as appropriate. Provides direct patient care that may include: case management, care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration for care transition needs, crisis intervention/safety planning, counseling, and emotional support to patients and families coping with illness, trauma, or end-of-life care, referral and discharge planning. Clinical Excellence Leads administrative and development activities including but not limited to: team meetings, clinical supervision of staff and staff education. Provide social work field supervision to second year social work students Qualifications Master's degree in Social work required. Current Connecticut license; LCSW, required. 1 year of management experience in a healthcare related setting required. 2 years of experience as a licensed Clinician; LCSW, required. Previous experience in clinical setting with Adults or Child/Adolescents Computer proficient Ability to assess problems, determine solutions and make decisions within a timely manner Utilize supervision and team approaches in the context of patient assessment and clinical interventions Excellent communication skills, with the ability to establish relationships within and outside their entity Focused on personal, patient/client and unit/staff safety We take great care of careers. Hartford HealthCare provides eligible colleagues with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top-notch organization: Federal loan forgiveness program Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match up to 7% Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more! 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.

Job Details Headquarters - Danbury, CT Full-Time/Part-TimeDescription The Medical Social Worker provides psychosocial support and counseling for patients and families on the Hospice program of care. The Social Worker prepares social histories, contributes to the development of the plan of care, makes referrals, aids in the referral process to other agencies, and offers consultation to the agency. The Social Worker supports and fosters the philosophy and mission of the organization. The Social Worker understands the culture of hospice, offering compassionate care to the patient and family at various stages of their illness. This position works collaboratively with all interdisciplinary team members to ensure patient and family needs are met. Reports to: Director of Counseling Services Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: A Medical Social Worker with a Master's Degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education Minimum of one (1) year's experience in a health care setting Active Connecticut license/Working toward meeting requirements with LCSW supervision JOB DUTIES: The following description of job responsibilities and standards is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. TASKS: Provides comprehensive social work services to patients and families. Prepares a comprehensive psychosocial assessment of patient and family, including assessment of the illness and environment within 5 days of admission unless family declines. Provides patient and family counseling services that are consistent with the established plan of care and medical supervision including bereavement counseling in situations determined to be high risk. Secures patient's and family's understanding regarding hospice program. Ensures that patient and family understand their responsibilities as outlined in the plan of care. Prepares a social work plan of care and submits it to the primary physician upon initial visit and every 60 days thereafter. or when there is a change in plan of care Assists patients and families in obtaining aid for social, economic, and emotional problems. Refers patient and family to other community agencies as needed. Keeps all records and documentation in accordance with agency policies. Offers assistance in obtaining third party reimbursement for Hospice services, demonstrating familiarity with private insurance coverage, Medicare home care, Medicare Hospice Benefit, Medicaid, and other programs. Participates in developing the patient care plan, including discharge planning as appropriate. Collaborates with the members of the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care and goals. Plan of care is reviewed and revised throughout the course of service to assure appropriate response to the patient's and family's changing needs. Interprets social resources to clinical staff. Provides guidance, counsel, and instruction to agency staff regarding the social, economic, and psychological needs of patients and families. Assists staff in clarifying their own reactions to individual patients and suggests approaches for handling situations. Provides consultation to agency staff regarding the social and emotional needs of terminally ill patients and families. Makes recommendations for interventions in individual cases. Develops open communication and working relationships with other area health providers. Provides in-service training to agency staff as directed. Is aware of and adheres to agency policy regarding recognizing and reporting of patient abuse or neglect. Abides by the agency policy regarding drug diversion and reports any concerns regarding medication to supervisor immediately. Performs other duties as directed by the Director of Counseling Services.

Delaware Hospice is actively seeking a full-time Social Worker primarily for the Sussex County area. We invite you to explore a Delaware Hospice career to rediscover the hands-on, patient centered care that drew you to the nursing profession in the first place. Our Social Workers are an integral part of Delaware Hospice's mission and interdisciplinary team. QUALIFICATIONS: LMSW required. LCSW preferred. Masters Degree in social work, social sciences, or related field. One year clinical experience with emphasis on case work, family process and group work skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Functions as part of the hospice interdisciplinary team to provide psychosocial care to patients and their families. You will be part of an entire team of highly qualified, caring individuals assists with the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of your patient and loved ones. The dedicated Delaware Hospice team includes: Medical Director: Consults with the primary physician, oversees the care plan, and, if necessary, may serve as the attending physician. Registered Nurse: Acts as the primary point of contact, conducts weekly medical assessments, manages the patient's care plan, lets the family/caregiver know what to expect, and answers all questions. Certified Nursing Assistant: Provides personal care to the patient and keeps the family/caregiver informed and advised. Social Worker: Provides emotional care and supports the needs of the whole family. Chaplain: Offers spiritual direction and prayer. Adult and Child Bereavement Counselor: Provides grief support. Volunteers: Offer companionship and encouragement. Delaware Hospice cares for our staff with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the generous benefits we provide and the opportunities for growth and advancement that we make available to our team. Benefits include: Comprehensive compensation Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Mileage reimbursement State of the art EMR system 403(B) retirement fund with company contribution after 1 years of service Paid time off Reimbursement for certification fees, and tuition assistance Generous merit increases Retention awards Career Ladders Employee Assistance Program to you and family members at no cost to you Employee recognition and referral programs Fun contests to promote a healthy lifestyle Delaware Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Since 1982, Delaware Hospice has provided the highest quality hospice and healthcare services, and serves as a trusted community partner in end-of-life education and support. Our mission is to support every individual, family, and community with compassionate and expert care for serious illness. Accredited by the Joint Commission, Delaware Hospice continues to be a licensed, nonprofit, community-based hospice serving Delaware. Now also providing care in Pennsylvania; southern Chester and Delaware counties. We offered healthcare services through our Delaware Hospice, Delaware Palliative, Katybug, Bereavement, and New Hope programs at the Delaware Hospice Center, in private homes, or acute and long term care facilities. For more information about Delaware Hospice's programs and services, upcoming events, or employment opportunities, call ************ or visit our website, ************************

Scheduled Work Times/Locations Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM; 76 Pliny Street Hartford, CT The Community Social Worker will work to support the mission of My Sisters' Place (MSP). The Community Social Worker will work with our clients to help achieve independence and stability in their communities by providing housing and supportive services. The Community Social Worker holds primary responsibility for working towards the goal of each client's full and productive integration with the community. Duties/Responsibilities: 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. 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. Enter client case notes within the 72-hour time frame, complete six-month and annual assessments and service plans to be submitted every three (3) months. 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 bi-monthly Greater Hartford CAN and meetings and participate in Case Management meetings, conferences, seminars, and training 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. Assist the client with housing search, obtain documentation needed for recertification and with completion of housing inspections. Follow proper intake & discharge procedures, with special 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. May require use of personal vehicle for business purposes as needed. 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. Preferred knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and Tenant's Rights. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college/university preferred; and at least 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. Bi-Lingual, Spanish/English preferred. Licenses and Certifications Must have reliable transportation, valid Connecticut driver's license and a clean driving record with proof of automobile insurance. Compensation & Benefits $24-$26 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 CT 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.

Scheduled Work Times/Locations Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM; 211 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, CT and/or 353 Main St, Middletown, CT The Community Social Worker 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 Social Worker 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.

Scheduled Work Times/Locations Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 4:30PM; Hartford, CT The Community Social Worker I will work to support the mission of Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation. The Community Social Worker I will work with our clients to help achieve independence and stability in their communities by providing housing and supportive services. The Community Social Worker 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.