LCSW Hospital Social Worker – Patient & Family Support

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA seeks a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to assess and intervene with high-risk patients and families, providing psychosocial diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing support within a broad network of social, governmental, and legal agencies involved in patient care.

The position emphasizes weekly and as-needed contacts, collaboration with the care team, and supervision of students, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Active Massachusetts LCSW license required.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills for an interdisciplinary setting.
• Experience with psychosocial assessment and care planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients and families to identify emotional and social problems using standard tools.
• Develops care plans and involves families as appropriate, with timely documentation.
• Provides psychotherapy and psychosocial support to reduce identified problems.
• Reports suspected abuse and ensures mandated follow-up.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to address emotional and social needs.
• Maintains confidentiality and accurate medical records per policy.
• Supervises and mentors MSW/BSW students when assigned.
• Supports department quality initiatives and participates in meetings.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Case management

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Massachusetts LCSW license

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA seeks a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to assess and intervene with high-risk patients and families, providing psychosocial diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing support within a broad network of social, governmental, and legal agencies involved in patient care.

The position emphasizes weekly and as-needed contacts, collaboration with the care team, and supervision of students, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.