Compassionate Social Worker & Patient Advocate

Community Health Center of Buffalo Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Center of Buffalo Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our team.

The role focuses on counseling services and case management to address patients' bio-psychosocial needs in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work, preferably an LCSW, with strong communication skills and at least two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related field is required.
• Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) certification is preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Social Worker; five (5) years preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and counseling services to address bio-psychosocial needs.
• Evaluate patients' psychosocial requirements and determine appropriate treatment and referral options.
• Assist patients in completing forms for entitlements, supplemental insurance, and other benefits.
• Advocate for patients when interacting with community agencies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Coordinate transportation assistance for patients as required.
• Attend case conferences and team meetings.
• Identify the need for patient education and support services.
• Conduct need assessments and education for prenatal and postpartum patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and make referrals when necessary.
• Evaluate the needs of special population patients.
• Provide HIV pre-test and post-test counseling and testing.
• Follow up on missed appointments with patients.
• Participate in Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Bio-psychosocial assessment

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related field

Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Community Health Center of Buffalo Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our team.

The role focuses on counseling services and case management to address patients' bio-psychosocial needs in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work, preferably an LCSW, with strong communication skills and at least two years of related experience.