Social Worker - Inpatient Social Work

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

PTO package

Tuition assistance

Retirement match

Life insurance

Onsite parking

Well-being programs

Financial coaching

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking an Inpatient Social Worker to join the Baystate Medical Center team. You will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, provide counseling to patients and families, and coordinate discharge planning with the care team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the care team, clinical leadership, and alignment with Baystate Health’s mission and core values. Rotating weekends/holidays and varied shifts are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Minimum of three years as a practicing social worker in a health care or social service setting preferred (may include some time in an equivalent Master’s level internship).
• LICSW or LCSW with Master’s degree also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides a comprehensive age-specific psychosocial assessment and develops a plan.
• Provides counseling services to patients and families using diverse techniques.
• Coordinates transition of care and discharge planning with the care team.
• Leads or contributes to new initiatives within the department or hospital as assigned.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Counseling

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

LICSW or LCSW considered

Job description

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center is looking for an Inpatient Social Worker to join our team in Springfield, MA!

SCHEDULE:

• Full-time, 36 hours/week
• 1st shift, 7am-4pm/8am-4:30pm
• Rotating weekends and rotating holidays

LOCATION :

• Baystate Medical Center
• Springfield, MA

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides a comprehensive age-specific, psychosocial assessment of patients, including social, psychological, cultural, environmental and financial information, and utilizes this information to develop a psychosocial treatment plan. Incorporates cultural and spiritual variables into the assessment. Assesses the risk of abuse/neglect for children, disabled adults and/or elders as appropriate. Files reports with appropriate agencies as needed.
• Provides counseling services to patients and families. Utilizes diverse counseling techniques to help patients and their families deal with their medical situations more effectively. Remains current in social work practice trends. Demonstrates strong social work skills.
• Participates as part of the care management team using discharge planning knowledge and skills to ensure that appropriate post-hospital care plans are developed and implemented in a timely manner. Coordinates and documents transition of care plan toward the desired outcome, making recommendations and revision to the plan as indicated. Proactively evaluates the psychosocial and physical needs of the patient and family, insuring appropriate transition of care. Make referrals as needed to social service/community agencies or programs. Communicates and involves the health care team, patient and family throughout performance of this process.
• Leads or contributes to new initiatives within the department or in the hospital as assigned.
• Supports the mission of Baystate Health to improve the health of the people in our community every day with quality and compassion. Demonstrates the Baystate Health core values of respect, integrity, service, teamwork and innovation in all interactions with patients, families, colleagues and community partners.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required
• Minimum of three years as a practicing social worker in a health care or social service setting require (may include some time in an equivalent Master’s level internship setting) preferred
• LICSW or LCSW with Master’s degree also be considered

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Earn more from day one with competitive pay and affordable health coverage that includes Wellness and Massage reimbursements
• Prioritize balance with a competitive PTO package that expands as you build your career with us
• Invest in your future with adoption assistance, tuition support, continuing education, and career development resources
• Build long-term financial security through a retirement plan company match and growing annual company contributions
• Support for life beyond work, including first-time home-buyer assistance and free financial coaching
• Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Everyday benefits that matter with a wide range of Voluntary Benefits
• Peace of mind built in with company-paid basic life insurance
• Easy access to work with onsite parking available at select locations

Education:

Masters Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$77,064.00 - $92,040.00 - $112,923.00

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.