Social Worker-Surgical Weight Loss

Emerson Hospital; West Concord (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Hospital is seeking a Bariatric Mental Health Provider to offer psychological consultation, support, counseling and intervention to bariatric patients and their significant others. You will evaluate psychological well-being and ensure patient safety under the Bariatric Coordinators supervision, aligned with the Psychology Department’s goals.

Qualifications include a Masters degree in a mental health field and licensure as LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW, with at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a field related to mental health.
• License required: LMHC, LCSW, or LICSW.
• Minimum one year experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological consultation, support, counseling and intervention to bariatric patients and significant others.
• Evaluate psychological well-being and ensure safety of care.
• Work under supervision of the Bariatric Coordinator and in accordance with Psychology Department objectives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Customer service

Organizational skills

Education

Masters degree in mental health

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Bariatric Coordinator and/or surgeons, the Bariatric Mental Health Provider provides psychological consultation, support, counseling and intervention to bariatric patients and their significant others through evaluation of psychological well-being, under the direction and supervision of the Bariatric Coordinator, and in accordance with the stated philosophy and objectives of the Psychology Department. The Mental Health Provider is accountable for the safety of the care they deliver.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree in a field related to mental health.
• Experience: Minimum one year experience.
• Licensure and/or Certification: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), LCSW, or LICSW required.

Skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a team framework
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills