Clinical Social Worker, Inpatient Psychiatry Per Diem

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is seeking a per diem Social Worker to evaluate patients' psychiatric conditions and assess needs as part of an interdisciplinary team.

You will develop and implement treatment plans focused on patient-centered care and arrange discharge planning and post-hospital follow-up when appropriate. The role involves daily patient contact, leading weekly social work groups as needed, family outreach, and collaboration with outpatient teams.

Qualifications

• Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required.
• Massachusetts LICSW or LCSW with relevant clinical experience required.
• Graduate level internship experience in relevant setting.

Responsibilities

• Individual psychiatric evaluations.
• Daily individual contact with assigned patients.
• Leading weekly social work treatment groups as needed.
• Family outreach, counseling and psychoeducation.
• Coordination with outpatient treatment team.
• Arrange discharge planning needs and follow up.
• Prepare Treatment Plans and Discharge Summaries to meet requirements.
• Collaborate with other disciplines and participate in committees.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Discharge planning

Education

Master's of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Site

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, 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

This position will collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' psychiatric condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team. The per diem social worker works collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plans of care for both individual patients and the medical community, and assesses and arranges discharge planning needs and post hospital follow up disposition.

Responsibilities

• Individual psychiatric evaluations
• Daily individual contact with assigned patients.
• Leading one or more weekly social work treatment groups (as needed)
• Family outreach and counseling and psychoeducation as indicated
• Coordination with outpatient treatment team
• Assesses and arranges discharge planning needs and follow up as appropriate.
• Timely completion of Treatment Plan and Discharge Summary that will satisfy clinical and regulatory requirements and arranging referrals related to aftercare as needed.
• Collaborates with and provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the setting.
• Participates on Departmental and Hospital committees as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Per Diem as needed including weekdays, weekends, vacation coverage. Minimum 24 hours per month.

Qualifications

Qualifications Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required. Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with relevant clinical experience required. Minimum of graduate level internship experience in relevant setting. Staff adheres to all C.A.R.E. Standards Knowledge of specific medical/psychiatric illnesses, procedures and treatments Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation skills necessary to work within a team Ability to provide rapid clinical psychosocial and psychiatric assessments and brief, short or long term treatment/management with individuals, families, couples and/or groups, and assess discharge planning needs. Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated competency in age specific behaviors Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Knowledge of community agencies/resources. Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with patients to facilitate appropriate discharge planning. Computer skills CANS Certification preferred BLS certification preferred Social Worker I: Licensed Clinical Social Worker [LCSW - State License] required Experience in a medical setting 0-2 years Supervision towards LICSW not available for LCSWs Social Worker II: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] required Clinical Experience in a medical setting 2-3 years required Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Job Details

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 1153 Centre Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $26.63 - $38.70/Hourly Grade 6

Pay

Pay Range $26.63 - $38.70/Hourly Grade 6

EEO Statement

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, 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.

Company Culture

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. At Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts.Combat disease.Hold a hand.Help people.Impact the world.Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts.Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives.Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.