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Social Worker BSW

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$51k-$83k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Director of Access at Bradley Hospital and the Director of Brown University Health’s Pediatric Behavioral Health Emergency Services (LPBHES) and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists with answering the Kids’ Link hotline and either offer appropriate resources or triage youth needing a crisis assessment to the most appropriate location. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: br class=Apple-interchange-newlineBrown University Health employees are expected to embrace Brown University Health's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Brown University Health's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Provides 40 hours per week of phone coverage and care coordination for youth referred to LPBHES. Provides clinical service consistent with best practices in empirically based assessment and care for children and families. Demonstrates professional conduct which exemplifies the NASW Code of Ethics. Participates in program related meetings including but not limited to: staff meetings, clinical conferences, community meetings, and in-services. Completes documentation within Lifechart according to established policies and procedures. Carries out responsibilities relating to Department of Social work, including, but not limited to, attending social work staff meetings, meeting requirements for reappointment and privileging, and participating in staff development activities. Attends group clinical supervision as arranged by the Social Work Department manager and pursues professional development. Attends individual supervision with Access Supervisor and/or Director of Access. Observes all hospital policies, rules and regulations and all policies and procedures of the Social Work Department. May participate in research or other specialized activities as arranged with the Director of LPBHESOther duties as assigned by Director of LPBHES or Director of Access. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: BSW from an accredited school of Social Work. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to child and adolescent patients with consideration of human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE: Relevant case management experience required. Demonstrated ability to interact professionally both on the phone and with colleagues. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range

$50,523.20-$83,345.60

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915

Work Type

Mon, Wed, Fri 8a 4p; Tues 8a-8p; Thurs 4-8p

Work Shift

Variable

Daily Hours

8 and 12 hours

Driving Required

No

Key Responsibilities

The social worker provides phone coverage and care coordination for youth referred to the Pediatric Behavioral Health Emergency Services. They are responsible for triaging youth in crisis and offering appropriate resources while maintaining clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree from an accredited school. Relevant case management experience and the ability to interact professionally with patients and colleagues are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Interpersonal communication

Social Worker Career Context

In Rhode Island, the Social Work weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (33 salary observations; 48 listings), vs ~$84k nationally (3,145 salary observations; 6,803 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Rhode Island is 102.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$67k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 63.1% of Rhode Island clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Visa sponsorship
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Work-life snapshot

3.0/ 10
Listing-based score

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Living in East Providence

  • Typical 3-bed home value $456k
  • Typical rent $2,022/mo
  • Residents' average commute 23 min
  • Metro price index 101.8 · U.S. average 100
  • State income tax up to 6%
Sources & calculation

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.