Social Worker, Clinical Therapy - Saugus- Hybrid at North Shore Physicians Group(NSPG) in Saugus, Massachusetts

Job Description:

About Us



North Shore Physicians Group (NSPG), the largest multi-specialty physicians group north of Boston, is a leader in innovative practices. We are explorers at heart! Here, ideas come from everyone-to the benefit of everyone we serve.


We continually seek the best ways to streamline care for both patients and providers. Our medical team of more than 400 physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other care professionals is consistently working together to discover new ways to improve and enhance our practices to benefit the health of our patients and the careers of our staff members.


With NSPG as your employer, you'll experience clinical excellence, supportive practice environments, and opportunities for career advancement! Through our team-based approach, the goal is to make our practice of medicine more efficient.



Schedule/Location:



We are located at 1069 Broadway, Saugus MA (Rt. 1 South). We are seeking a full-time Social Worker to support this office in a hybrid capacity with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.


Due to the hybrid nature of the role, we ensure that our employees receive required technology and training to be proficient and independently productive in all job responsibilities regardless of work location. Employees are responsible for designating a workspace within the remote work location that is private, safe, ergonomic, and free from distractions for all hours worked.



The Opportunity:



We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.


Under the general direction of the Behavioral Health Program Manager, the Integrated Care Behavioral Health Clinician provides clinical evaluations and counseling to patients with behavioral health needs and psychiatric disorders, as a member of the primary care team.


Primary Responsibilities:

• Conducts intake evaluations, assessments and treatment plans for psychotherapy.


• Provides psychotherapy through individual and family sessions as clinically indicated, allocated up to 75 percent of time to direct service.


• Assesses for additional behavioral health needs and coordinates follow up with primary care or referral to specialty care as needed.


• Attends peer supervision and periodic review meetings, including collaboration with primary care provider and the primary care team.


• Ensures competency by maintaining continuing education credits required for LICSW licensure.


• Attends mental health in-service programs.


• Demonstrates understanding of psychiatric emergency policies including protocols for domestic violence, elder and child abuse.


• Documents timely and relevant information in the EMR as appropriate for patient care and in compliance with insurance requirements for billable services.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in social work required.


• Licensure: Current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) is required.


• Experience: Minimum of two years of supervised experience post LCSW in treatment of patients representing wide range of psychiatric disorders. Knowledge through education and clinical experience of the developmental issues related to adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. Care coordination/case management experience a plus.

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Apply Now