Behavioral Health Counselor II

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital seeks a Senior Case Manager to oversee case management staff on a 30-bed inpatient senior psychiatry service. The unit serves individuals aged 55 and older with psychiatric and/or neurocognitive disorders.

The role requires a Master’s in counseling or social work, with LICSW preferred. 3–5 years in behavioral health and at least 1–2 years in supervision are desirable. Onsite work at MGB facilities, 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or social work is required.
• Licensure as LICSW in MA is preferred.
• Experience supervising or leading teams in behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee case management staff on a 30-bed inpatient senior psychiatry unit.
• Collaborate with unit leadership to meet quality goals and reduce LOS.
• Provide initial psychosocial assessments and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare follow-up.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Program development

Staff management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Healthcare experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling or Social Work

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

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

Senior case manager to provide oversight of case management staff on a 30 bed, inpatient, senior psychiatry service at MGB-Salem Hospital. The unit provides evaluation and care of individuals generally 55 or older who are struggling with general psychiatric disorders, neurocognitive disorders or both.

Responsibilities Include

• Supervision of all case managers including case assignments
• Working in collaboration with unit leadership
• Opportunities to reduce LOS and oversight of other quality improvement initiatives related to CM services.
• Clinical responsibilities include provision of initial psychosocial assessments and implementing appropriate comprehensive focal treatment plans for all assigned cases.
• Provides discharge planning and aftercare follow-up.

Must have a master's degree in counseling or social work.

Independent license strongly preferred.

Supervision of students a plus.

MGB-Salem Hospital Psychiatry service includes 120 inpatient beds, PHP and three very busy outpatient clinics. MGB-Salem Hospital is a member of the Mass General Brigham Health Care Network that includes MGH, Brigham, McLean, Newton Wellesley Hospital and other MGB institutions.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Social Worker [Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - LICSW - MA] - preferred

Experience

Experience in a behavioral health or clinical environment 3-5 years required and Experience in a supervisory or leadership role 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in program development, staff management, and budget oversight.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral health treatment modalities, regulatory requirements, and quality assurance practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Experience working in a healthcare facility or hospital setting.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1 Dove Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$82,430.40 - $119,849.60/Annual

Grade

8

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EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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