Advanced Social Worker - St. Mary's Palliative Care

Bon Secours; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 4,269,000 - 6,618,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and ongoing CE

Job summary

Bon Secours in Richmond, VA, through St. Mary’s Palliative Care, seeks an Advanced Social Worker to provide high-level clinical social work, assess needs, develop care plans, and counsel patients and families. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to support holistic well-being.

Requirements include an MSW, LSW license in the practice state, and preference for LCSW/LISW. Two years in social/human services are expected.

Qualifications

• MSW required for practice in state(s).
• LSW license in state of practice required.
• Licensure as LCSW or LISW preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient needs, develops individualized care plans and advanced intervention strategies.
• Provides emotional support, education and counseling to help patients cope with challenges.
• Manages cases, tracks progress, and refers to community resources.
• Advocates for patients and addresses systemic barriers.
• Responds to crisis situations and connects patients to resources.
• Coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Debriefing

Motivational interviewing

Patient Centered care

Care planning

Medical and safety screenings

Technology proficiency

Documentation

Basic data analytics

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Advanced Social Worker – St. Mary's Palliative Care

The Advanced Social Worker is dedicated to helping individuals, families, and communities navigate life’s challenges by providing high-level support, resources, and advocacy to patients facing complex physical, mental and emotional challenges. This role involves using specialized knowledge in clinical social work to assess patient needs, develop personalized plans, offer counseling, and collaborate with other professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Advanced Social Workers may work across a variety of settings, with a focus on empowering patients and advocating for their well-being. Advanced Social Workers provide direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. May provide clinical role consultation and collaboration.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates patient’s needs, situations, and support networks to identify goals and develop individualized care plans.Develops and implements advanced intervention strategies and treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, especially for complex patient populations in specialized areas.
• Provides emotional support, guidance, education and counseling, using evidence-based techniques, to help patients cope with challenges and adjust to changes
• Manages cases, tracks progress, and identifies and refers patients to community agencies, such as mental health resources, substance abuse treatment, and housing assistance.
• Represents patients' interests, advocates for resources, and addresses systemic barriers.
• Responds to crisis situations, providing immediate support, and connecting patients with appropriate resources.
• Works with other professionals, such as providers, therapists, and clinical staff, to coordinate care as part of the multidisciplinary care team

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Licensed as a Social Worker (LSW) in state of practice (required)
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in state of practice or Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) (preferred)

Experience

• 2 years in social or human services setting, including direct practice, assessment, and treatment planning, including clinical and internship experience. (required)

Skills & Abilities

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills

• Debriefing
• Motivational interviewing
• Patient Centered care
• Care planning
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Technology proficiency
• Documentation
• Basic data analytics

Soft/Interpersonal Skills

• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• De-escalation
• Collaboration with community organizations
• Virtual interaction

Training

None

Range

Minimum: $30.99

Maximum: $48.04

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’re any