Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Outpatient - Bassett Medical Center

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

Responsibilities:

The Licensed Social Worker is an active member of the psychiatry treatment team. The licensed social worker is responsible for the therapeutic relationship that includes addressing the complex bio-psychosocial needs of the patient. The scope of practice includes, but is not limited to comprehensive assessment of those needs, diagnosis, treatment planning, advocacy, and resource identification and linkage. Clinical social work in the outpatient setting includes using evidence based therapies to address the bio-psycho-social aspects of patient care such as adjustment to illness issues, mental health, co-occurring disorders, identifying and reporting child and elder abuse and neglect, domestic violence and complex care management (when appropriate). Adherence to established Psychiatry Department protocols and (OMH) oversight regulations, participation in ongoing education and supervision, as well as active participation in Psychiatry Department meetings, PI and UR.

 

The LCSW Clinical Supervisor provides oversight of the LMSW/LCSW in accordance with NYS Board of Education – Office of the Professions. Social Work licensure requirements – “A licensed master social worker may only practice clinical social work, including diagnosis and psychotherapy, under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed psychologist or psychiatrist in the acceptable setting.”

• Participation in departmental rounds or team meetings as required
• Comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patient
• Treatment planning to address issues identified in comprehensive assessment
• Resource linkage and advocacy with appropriately identified resources
• Participation in departmental objectives and assignments
• Outpatient Psychiatry Specific Duties
• Provide psychotherapy on an outpatient basis to individuals, couples, families and/or groups in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health guidelines and standards of care.
• Complete comprehensive assessments/diagnostic formulations and preliminary treatment plan goals, objectives and methods, within the time frames outlined by regulations (OMH/CMS)
• Provides evidence based therapeutic interventions
• Documents all patient contacts according to NYS Office of Mental Health requirements
• Performs acute/crisis evaluations and coordinates psychiatric hospitalization as needed
• Provides psychoeducation to patients and families
• Functions as a member of the outpatient clinical Treatment Team
• Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and community support services
• Communicates with patient and other treating providers to coordinate treatment plan goals and objectives
• Participates in case conference treatment team meetings
• Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion and respect
• Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in the field
• Participates in the Utilization Review Process
• Collaborates with outside agencies, such as CPS/DSS
• Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager
• Partial remote work is available dependent upon department needs and employee capabilities 
   

Qualifications:

Education:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, required

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of post Master's Degree experince, preferred Preference for prior related experience

License/ Certification:

• Current NYS Licensure as an LCSW within 3 months of hire, required

Skills:

• Adaptability
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Computer Skills
• Counseling
• Interacting with People
• Maintain Files
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Time Management
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking or standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met
• Occasional fit testing required
• Frequent standing, walking
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking.

Hazards: 

• Occasional bodily fluids/ bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions: 

• Occasional noise, odors

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

               

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus! Details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Min:USD $69,245.20/Yr.Max:USD $103,867.80/Yr.EEO Statement (Text Only):We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.