Licensed Social Worker Part Time

Vibra Healthcare; Rochdale (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO

Prescription plans

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401K matching

Education reimbursement

Work-life balance

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare seeks a Part Time Social Worker to provide patient assessment, counseling, and discharge planning at The Meadows of Central Massachusetts. You will collaborate with an inter-disciplinary team and coordinate with families and community resources.

Candidate must hold a current Social Work license in the state of employment; a Master of Social Work is preferred and experience in healthcare is valued. This role supports patient care continuity and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work is required.
• Current, valid license to practice as a Social Worker in the state of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient assessment, counseling, and discharge planning.
• Acts as liaison between the patient/family/hospital and community agencies/resources.
• Demonstrates expertise in social work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
• Applies knowledge of human development and social systems to assist patients and families.
• Occasionally plans educational offerings and in-services as requested.

Skills

Social work license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Master of Social Work preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Part Time Social Worker to join our team!

Hospital Details

The Meadows of Central Massachusetts is an 82-bed transitional care facility located alongside Vibra Hospital of Western Massachusetts – Central Campus. The Meadows provides comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for individuals in need of specialized medical care before they can return home or to another care setting. Many of our patients have suffered serious injuries or illnesses. As a result, they require day-to-day help while they work toward recovery and regain their independence. Our comprehensive, personalized approach to patient care incorporates therapeutic intervention and medical management. We specialize in providing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care services.

Responsibilities

Provides patient assessment, counseling, and discharge planning. Acts as a liaison between the patient/family/hospital and community agencies/resources. Demonstrates expertise in social work, working as a member of an inter-disciplinary team comprised of a physician, nurses, and case management. Applies specialized knowledge of human development and behavior and social, economic, and cultural systems in directly assisting patients and families to improve or restore their capacity for social functioning. This includes counseling and use of psychosocial interventions and social psychotherapy. Occasionally plans educational offerings and provides in-services as requested.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Social Worker in the state of employment required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Master of Social Work preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience as a Social Worker in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.