<p>Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.</p> <p>At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.</p> <p>Budgeted position. Changing shifts to reduce overtime. Adding a Friday/Saturday overnight from 7p-7a. Current staff covering these two overnights for OT. Will be easier to recruit for a 12 hour position</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>The Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. They are dedicated to patient and family-centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate, and ethical problem-solving. As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social, and resource issues that impact individual patients, families, and at-risk populations. Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community.</p> <p>Does this position require Patient Care?</p> <p>Yes</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal and/or environmental issues. </li><li>Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans. </li><li>Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team. </li><li>Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education</p> <p>Master's Degree Mental Health & Behavioral Medicine required or Master's Degree Social Work required</p> <p>Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?</p> <p>No</p> <p>Licenses and Credentials</p> <p>Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Licensed Clinical Social Worker [LCSW - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Licensed Mental Health Counselor [LMHC - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred</p> <p>Experience</p> <p>Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrates proficient clinical judgment and application of professional values and ethics. Integration of prior clinical experience into current practice. </li><li>Demonstrates proficiency to formulate assessment of risks, crisis intervention, psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and the documentation of both in a timely manner. </li><li>Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and innovation in advocating for clients while maintaining professional boundaries. </li><li>Demonstrates proficient working knowledge of internal and external resources and refers appropriately. </li><li>Provides a range of evidence-based interventions. </li><li>Ability to advocate, coordinate, and continuously communicate with treatment plans with patients, family and the interdisciplinary team. </li><li>Incorporates cultural competencies. </li><li>If appropriate, utilizes supervision and consultation regularly and appropriately. </li><li>Actively seeks assistance with complex case s and situations in a timely manner. </li><li>Engages in quality improvement projects, uses data to measure progress. </li><li>Facilitate skill-based groups. </li><li>Knowledge, understanding and ability to negotiate and work in a complex organization. </li><li>Demonstrate capacity to effectively communicate findings with a broader audience. </li></ul> <p>Additional Job Details (if applicable)</p> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Standing Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Walking Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) </li><li>Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs </li><li>Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) </li><li>Balancing Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) </li><li>Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) </li><li>Reaching Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) </li><li>Feeling Constantly (67-100%) </li><li>Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) </li><li>Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) </li><li>Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) </li><li>Talking Constantly (67-100%) </li><li>Hearing Constantly (67-100%) </li></ul> <p>Remote Type</p> <p>Onsite</p> <p>Work Location</p> <p>2014 Washington Street</p> <p>Scheduled Weekly Hours</p> <p>24</p> <p>Employee Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>Work Shift</p> <p>Night (United States of America)</p> <p>EEO Statement:</p> <p>Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.</p> <p>Mass General Brigham Competency Framework</p> <p>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.</p>