Social Worker Post Transplant at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Social Worker/ LICSW/ LCSW/ 40 hours/ Full Time/
Post- Abdominal
TRANSPLANT/ MGH Boston-

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  We are seeking a social worker to join our Abdominal Transplant Team in the MGH Transplant Center.
  


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  $3,000 sign-on bonus for LCSW, based upon eligibility (non-MGB)
  


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  $7,000 sign-on bonus for LICSW, based upon eligibility (non-MGB)
  


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  Excellent clinical, collaborative and consultation skills required to offer social work services to patients and families as part of a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include assessment, crisis intervention and counseling.
  


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  In addition, participation in Transplant Center activities, selection committee meetings, group facilitation, and program development is necessary.
  


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  Hybrid Schedule, with onsite and virtual/remote schedule possible.
  

LICSW preferred. LCSW with relevant experience will be considered.



About this Post Transplant social worker role:

• Provides psychoeducation, clinical services, and relevant community resources that address personal and environmental issues to help optimize patient/family coping and emotional/social/physical well-being after organ transplantation.


• Uses clinical knowledge of psychosocial dynamics and trauma-informed care to conduct psychosocial evaluations when indicated, identify barriers to optimal engagement in post-transplant care, and assist patients/families in developing and implementing treatment goals.


• Provides consultation and education to interdisciplinary staff regarding the social and emotional aspects of patient care, adherence, and treatment. Advises and addresses ethical and risk management concerns.


• Engage in program development such as creating support groups and other initiatives to enhance support and education for patients/families.


• Participates in clinical supervision as appropriate to level of professional development. Encourages an environment of idea sharing and feedback. Seeks opportunities and implements goals for own professional development.

Principal Responsibilities

• Delivers professional and thorough social work services, including psychosocial assessment and intervention planning.
  
  
  • Identifies patients who require social work assessment and intervention through high risk screening, interdisciplinary team meetings and individual referrals.
  
  
  • Conducts assessments that address bio-psycho-social issues for age, population and health specific needs which results in individualized plans of care.
  
  
  • Provides support and counseling to patients and families.
  
  
  • Provides information and assistance for identified financial or social needs.
  
  
  
  


• Coordinates complex transition plans with patients, families, health care team and community providers.
  
  
  • Utilizes the electronic medical record to monitor, document and communicate patient progress toward goals and progression of the social work plan.
  
  
  • Collaborates and communicates with interdisciplinary team anticipating needs to move the plan of care forward.
  
  
  • Provides support and information to patient and families regarding transition plan.
  
  
  • Maintains knowledge of government and private payer networks and services to assure appropriate transitions.
  
  
  • Collaborates with community and health care resources based on need to coordinate care for the patient.
  
  
  
  


• Advocates for patients and families by supporting patient rights and accessing protective services.
  
  
  • Demonstrates awareness of patient rights and ethical decision making; provides advocacy to support patient and family.
  
  
  • Assures appropriate reporting of vulnerability or suspected abuse as mandated by law.
  
  
  
  


• May participate in care system process that prevent readmissions.
  
  
  • Plans and participates in transition conferences with patients and families.
  
  
  • Utilizes tools and technology to identify and intervene with patients who are at risk for readmission.
  
  
  • Ensures that a complete clinical handoff occurs for at risk patient, which may include referrals.
  
  
  
  


• May collaborate with the health care team to promote appropriate length of stay.
  
  
  • Utilizes tools and technology to support appropriate length of stay management.
  
  
  • Facilitates timely referrals and transfers of information.
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned.
    
    
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of social work.


• Require current Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or must obtain MA Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) within 4 months of hire date.


• Strong assessment and treatment skills.


• Excellent organizational skills.


• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.


• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration.


• Demonstrates ability to understand the role of social worker in a health care setting and to work independently in a complex, fast-paced environment.

EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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