Social Worker (LICSW) - Primary Care - Part-time - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston-MA
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- Part time
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- Hybrid
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- day
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from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 2-5 years
- EducationStated
- ['postgraduate degree', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Master's of Social Work (MSW)required
Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
from the posting - Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)required
Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required.
from the posting - Two to three years clinical experience in a medical settingrequired
Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required
from the posting - Mental health assessment and treatment skillsrequired
Strong assessment and treatment skills.
from the posting - Crisis intervention and management skillsrequired
Crisis intervention/treatment/management skills.
from the posting - Mental health diagnoses and treatments knowledgerequired
In depth knowledge of mental health diagnoses, procedures and treatments, related medications, acuity versus chronicity, effect on normal growth and development.
from the posting - Community agencies and resources knowledgerequired
Knowledge of community agencies, resources. Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with clients.
from the posting - Medical record documentation skillsrequired
Documents in medical record according to departmental policies and procedures.
from the posting - Cultural and developmental competencyrequired
Demonstrate competency in age specific behaviors; cultural and linguistic issues, and developmental stages.
from the posting - Organizational skillsrequired
Good organizational skills.
from the posting - Verbal and written communication skillsrequired
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effective orally and in writing.
from the posting - Team collaboration and interpersonal skillsrequired
Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration.
from the posting - Leadership qualitiesrequired
Demonstrates personal qualities of leadership and knowledge of health care system.
from the posting - Experience with medically underserved and vulnerable populationsrequired
Educational background and experience caring for medically underserved and vulnerable.
from the posting - Three to five years clinical experience in medical settingpreferred
3-5 years' experience preferred.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
PART TIME/ 24 HOURS/WEEK/ BACK BAY BOSTON LOCATION** LICSW Required **
Sign on Bonus! $10,000 sign on bonus for eligible non-MGB employees for this part time position. Please ask about the details.
Hybrid schedule possible!
Please note salary range below will be pro-rated for being 24 hours/ part time, and determined primarily by several factors including an assessment of experience.
Provides clinical services to patients that address psychological; psychosocial; environmental; age specific; and cultural issues to maximize emotional, social and physical well-being. Facilitates effective/efficient use of health care and community resources.
Conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans and provide intervention and treatment as indicated. Works effectively as part of a Behavioral Health partnership and Primary Care health care staff in an Internal Medicine and Pediatric primary care practice.
Works collaboratively with Mental Health colleagues in managing behavioral health cases.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Practice:
• Screens patients who request behavioral health services or are referred by practice providers.
• Intake Assessment.
• Conducts diagnostic evaluations and assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal, environmental and/or psychiatric issues.
• Formulates a diagnosis using the DSM IV (all 5 Axes), disposition and treatment plans.
• Provides/mandates assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and specialized safety assessment when violence is suspected.
• Employs a range of clinical interventions such as psychotherapy (individual, couples, families, group); psychosocial counseling, crisis intervention, short-term behavioral focus treatment, care coordination/case management; information and referral and safety planning.
• Works effectively as part of the Behavioral Health Team and Primary Care, and provides clinical consultation on patient-care planning and patient/family management.
• Credentialed as mental health providers, social workers may be members of specialty referral networks and provide care within the parameters of managed care. Are familiar with Prior Authorizations and financial risks.
• Presents and/or discusses clinical work in formal and informal case reviews and seminars and inter- and intra-departmental peer review meetings.
• Participates in formal P.I. and Q.I. activities.
• Takes on-site duties; performs other duties as assigned.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaching and Education:
• Assess patients’ learning needs, styles and readiness. Educates patients regarding safety
plans, and community resources.
• Educates other providers and MGH Back Bay staff on behavioral health issues.
Collaboration:
• Collaborates and consults with patient, families and providers within the health center to develop and implement outpatient mental health services.
• Refers to and collaborates with interdisciplinary specialists and programs, outside agencies, facilities, payors, and other relevant community resources.
Organization/Administrative Skills:
• Takes responsibility for own administrative duties, including timely and appropriate documentation in patient medical records, timely and accurate daily reporting of scheduling information and accurate reporting of time worked.
• Attends Behavioral Health Team Meetings
• Participates in departmental meetings at MGH
Professional Conduct:
• Adheres to the profession’s clinical standards and Code of Ethics.
• Promotes patient/family satisfaction.
• Promotes sensitivity to race, class, and cultural and sexual diversity.
• Adheres to the MGH Back Bay’s standards, policies and procedures.
• Promotes Behavioral Health Services’ and Health Centers’ public relations.
Professional Development:
• Is responsible for own professional development. Attends pertinent continuing education and professional activities related to job responsibilities and career goals.
• Maintains Massachusetts Licensure at highest level of eligibility (LICSW).
Patient Population:
Adolescents 13-17 Adults 18-64 Elderly Over 65
Qualifications
Qualifications
Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required.
Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required,
3-5 years’ experience preferred.
Demonstrates personal qualities of leadership and knowledge of health care system.
Strong assessment and treatment skills.
Good organizational skills.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effective orally and in writing.
Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration.
Educational background and experience caring for medically underserved and vulnerable.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
In depth knowledge of mental health diagnoses, procedures and treatments, related medications, acuity versus chronicity, effect on normal growth and development.
Ability to provide mental health evaluations and assessments, develop treatment plans that are behaviorally specific, short-term and long- term treatment with individuals, families, couples and/or groups.
Crisis intervention/treatment/management skills.
Demonstrate competency in age specific behaviors; cultural and linguistic issues, and developmental stages.
Knowledge of community agencies, resources. Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with clients.
Documents in medical record according to departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains patient/family confidentiality.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Provide care in ambulatory setting located in Back Bay of Boston though currently providing care virtually.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for productivity of direct patient care for billed visits
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Sitting
Talking
Hearing
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$ - $103,230.40/Annual
Grade
7
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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