MGH & BWH Center for Clinical Data Science

Clinical Social Worker, LICSW (per diem) - (3271038)

Description

The Clinical Social Worker (CSW) is responsible for assisting patients and their families or significant others with the stress and difficulties related to mental health, personal issues, financial difficulties, and other health issues. The social worker’s interventions take into consideration the patient’s strengths, resources, insurance coverage, family system, and motivation for change. The clinical social worker collaborates with psychiatrists and other members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate safe and effective discharge plans. Additionally, the social worker supports the mission of the Hospital and participates in the Hospitals’ performance improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Master's degree from a graduate program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Previous experience includes work with adults and families with major mental illness, chemical dependency, and other clinical disorders identified in the DSM IV. Licensed in Massachusetts at the licensed independent social work level or licensed clinical social work level. Post master's experience (2-3 years) preferred. Knowledge of the special needs and behaviors of adolescent, adult, and older adult patients preferred.

Primary Location

: MA-Newton-NWH Main Campus

Work Locations

: 

NWH Main Campus 

2014 Washington Street 

Newton 02462

Job

: Social Worker

Organization

: Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH)

Schedule

: Per Diem

Standard Hours: 1

Shift

: Day Job

Posted Shift Description: Per Diem

Employee Status

: Limited Term / Per Diem

Recruiting Department: NWH Psychiatry

Job Posting

: Mar 12, 2024