Per Diem Social Work Lead – Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham seeks a Social Work Supervisor (LICSW) to lead social work staff, conduct biopsychosocial assessments, and develop treatment plans for inpatients, outpatients, and ED patients. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and ensure timely documentation.

This hybrid, per diem position is located at 32 Fruit Street with a focus on leadership, training, and quality improvement within social work services.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required; LICSW license required.
• Experience supervising interns, LCSWs and other staff is expected.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to interns, LCSWs and other staff in the absence of Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and formulate biopsychosocial treatment plans.
• Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patient needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Document and monitor client progress according to treatment plans.

Skills

Supervision

Psychosocial assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Site

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Job Summary

Job Summary Summary This position provides leadership, direction, orientation, coaching, in-service training, staff development, and continuing education programs for assigned social work staff. This position is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Provide supervision to interns, LCSW's and other Staff in the absence of Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Provides psychosocial assessments of patients and families with social, emotional, interpersonal and/or environmental issues. Formulates biopsychosocial assessment, disposition, and treatment plans.
• Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and specialized safety assessment when violence is suspected Plan discharge from care facility to home or other care facility.
• Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
• Knowledgeable in therapeutic behavioral interventions, replacement skill-building strategies, crisis assessment, management, and interventions.
• Strong knowledge of HIPPA, Patient Rights & Responsibilities, Joint Commission standards, and Centers for Medicare / Medicaid regulations.
• Completes required documentation and paperwork including biopsychosocial assessments and treatment planning and implementation in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate and resolve issues effectively with a broad population of patients, staff and physicians.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with a varied population of clients.
• Display strong leadership and communication skills to clearly guide peers.

Qualifications

Education Master's Degree Social Work required or Master's Degree Mental Health required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker [LICSW - State License] - required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exemplifies expert depth of specialized clinical diagnoses and interventions.
• Is routinely sought out by team members for consultation on complex cases and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrates expert clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Acts as role model; mentors other staff on this skill.
• Demonstrates advanced utilization of clinical skills and interventions and consistently contributes to training and education of staff. Acts as a role model for others, mentoring and training staff in skills.
• Demonstrates highest degree of leadership, flexibility, communication, independence, and teamwork. Is expected to provide significant contributions to education, training and clinical supervision.
• Leads or actively participates in clinical practice inquiries, teaching, projects, or research demonstrating expertise and depth of knowledge of social work practice and skills.
• May participate in the recruitment, onboarding and retention processes.
• Completed LICSW/LMHC/LMFT requirements.
• Leads department/service initiatives; participates in initiatives at an Enterprise and Professional Association level.
• Uses data to define baseline issues and measure progress.
• Oversees collaboration and education among all disciplines and outside stakeholders to enhance patient care.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 32 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $ - $73.91/Hourly Grade 9

Compensation and Benefits

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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement: 1200

The General Hospital Corporation 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.

Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

Company Culture

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. Are you ready? 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 improved quality are essential to maintaining excellence.