Memory Disorders Clinic: Social Worker & Care Navigator

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center’s Memory Disorders Clinic seeks a Social Worker to provide specialized counseling for patients with cognitive impairment and to serve as a Patient Navigator guiding families through the healthcare system. This integrated role supports care coordination, long-term planning, education, advocacy, and connection to community resources.

Working with an interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker will address medical and psychosocial needs, monitor progress, and facilitate

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as an LCSW in Massachusetts.
• Experience with geriatric or cognitively impaired populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and emotional support to patients with cognitive impairments and their families.
• Coordinate medical appointments, tests, and ensure transfer of records; liaise with healthcare team.
• Educate patients and caregivers about diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and insurance navigation.
• Identify barriers to care and advocate for patient rights and access to resources.

Skills

Counseling

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR proficiency

Communication

Education

MSW degree

LCSW licensure eligibility

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Boston Medical Center’s Memory Disorders Clinic seeks a Social Worker to provide specialized counseling for patients with cognitive impairment and to serve as a Patient Navigator guiding families through the healthcare system. This integrated role supports care coordination, long-term planning, education, advocacy, and connection to community resources.

Working with an interdisciplinary team, the Social Worker will address medical and psychosocial needs, monitor progress, and facilitate