LCSW (or LMSW) - Acute Care - Fox Hospital, Emergency Services

The Best Thing About This Role

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.

What You'll Do

Job Summary

The Licensed Social Worker is an active member of the interdisciplinary 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, therapeutic intervention and resource identification and linkage.

Clinical social work in the hospital 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-R 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."

Essential Job Functions

• 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
• Provide psychotherapy on an inpatient 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 appropriate-level care as needed
• Provides psychoeducation to patients and families
• Functions as a member of the clinical Interdisciplinary Treatment Team
• Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations 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

What we need from you

Education

Required - Master's Degree in Social Work

Experience

Preferred - Behavioral health employment or internship experience

Licensure/Certifications

Required - Current NYS License as an LCSW, or must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire

Skills

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

Physical Requirements

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work

• Frequent - Standing, Walking
• Constant - Typing/ Clerical/ Dexterity, Hearing, Seeing/ Monitor/ Computer Use, Talking, Fit Testing

Hazards

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.

Pay Range

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.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $73,483.56/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $110,225.34/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

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.