Social Worker

Greater Seacoast Community Health; Somersworth (NH); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Greater Seacoast Health is building an integrated primary care practice in Somersworth, NH and seeks a Social Worker to join the founding care team. You will collaborate with providers, nurses, behavioral health clinicians, and care coordinators to help patients overcome barriers to care and connect with needed resources.

You will contribute to whole-person, patient-centered care and support team development in a new practice focused on compassion and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Experience in healthcare, community health, or case management preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify barriers to care.
• Connect patients with housing, transportation, and community resources.
• Provide advocacy and care coordination for complex social needs.
• Support patients in crisis or challenging life events.
• Develop patient-centered care plans with the team.
• Document accurately in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate referrals and promote continuity of care.
• Participate in quality improvement and team meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate patient-centered care

Healthcare/case management experience

Bilingual encouraged

Education

BSW or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Compensation is based on experience, education, and qualifications.

Help Build Something New While Changing Lives Every Day

Greater Seacoast Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to become part of the founding care team at our Somersworth Primary Care practice.

As an integrated member of our healthcare team, you'll work alongside providers, nurses, behavioral health clinicians, and care coordinators to help patients overcome barriers to care, improve their health, and connect with the resources they need to thrive.

If you're passionate about advocacy, whole-person care, and making a lasting difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

Become one of the first team members helping build an integrated primary care practice focused on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Help patients overcome social, behavioral, financial, and community barriers that impact their health and quality of life.

Work as Part of an Integrated Care Team

Collaborate daily with primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, nurses, and care coordinators to deliver whole-person care.

Expand your knowledge through interdisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development opportunities.

What You'll Do

As a Social Worker, you will:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify barriers to care.
• Connect patients with housing, transportation, financial assistance, food resources, and community services.
• Provide advocacy and care coordination for patients with complex social and behavioral needs.
• Support patients experiencing crisis or significant life challenges.
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary care teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record.
• Coordinate referrals and promote continuity of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and integrated care team meetings.

Minimum Qualifications (Required to Be Considered)

Applicants must meet all of the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or a related human services field.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Experience in healthcare, community health, behavioral health, or case management.
• Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations.
• Knowledge of community resources and social service systems.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

You're compassionate, resourceful, and passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges.

You thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, enjoy building meaningful relationships with patients, and believe healthcare extends far beyond the exam room.

You're excited about helping establish a new practice where every team member contributes to improving the health of the Wakefield community.

• Competitive Hourly Compensation
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Greater Seacoast Health is a nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to providing integrated, comprehensive, high-quality healthcare for everyone in our community.

We believe exceptional healthcare begins by caring for the whole person, and every member of our team plays an important role in helping our patients achieve healthier lives.

Our values guide everything we do:

Ready to Help Build Something Great?

If you're looking for more than just your next position - if you're looking for the opportunity to help launch a new primary care practice while making a meaningful impact every day we’d love to hear from you.