Social Worker- MGH SUD Addiction Consult at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The General Hospital Corporation


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Clinical Social Worker/ 40 Hours/ Full Time/
MGH Bridge Clinic/ Addiction Consult Team/ Substance Use Disorder


• Seeking LICSW, LCSW or LMHC


• Generous and broad benefits include: multiple medical plans, dental, matched 403B, cash balance/pension, tuition reimbursement, transit subsidy, Paid Time Off and much more!



Job Summary
Summary:
• The Clinical Social Worker will serve as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary Addictions Consult Team (ACT) and will collaborate with medical staff around management of patients with substance use disorders (SUD) in the medical and surgical inpatient setting.
• This position will function as a SUD counselor with expertise in assessment, motivational intervention, psychoeducation, treatment and disposition planning, and case management/monitoring of patients with SUD and their families.
• The incumbent will provide clinical services to patients/families that address psychosocial, environmental, age specific and cultural issues in order to maximize emotional, social and physical well being and the effective use of health care and community resources.
Schedule:
• This is a full-time position with the opportunity to work four 10 hour days after orientation to the service.
Responsibilities of Addiction Consult Team:
Screening and Assessment
• Conduct SUD bio-psychosocial assessment and diagnosis, including SUD and psychiatric treatment history, and current use, primarily for medical and surgical inpatients referred to the Addiction Consult Service.
• Identify patient needs for care while hospitalized and in terms of aftercare, including stage of change and readiness Identify high risk bio-psychosocial and patient/family factors that impact treatment and discharge planning .
Coordination, and Communication
• Provide on-going patient contact as needed to facilitate placement to next level of care.
• Communicate with inpatient interdisciplinary teams, ACT, and outpatient providers, as needed to coordinate care.
• Work with family systems when appropriate and possible to involve family in recovery process and make referrals for family care after hospitalization.
• Participate in team meetings, rounds, case conferences, as appropriate to provide education and consultation and to exchange information to improve patient care.
• Act as a liaison to hospital based inpatient social workers and case managers for inpatient management of patients with SUD Ensure accurate documentation, conforming with all state and federal regulations.
Counseling
• Provide psycho-education, motivational intervention, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to address immediate needs while hospitalized.
• Develop familiarity with self-help groups (AA, Smart Recovery, Al-Anon, etc.).
Discharge Planning and Implementation
• Identify resources for referral, facilitate placement to inpatient and outpatient SUD services and self-help groups.
• Lead discharge planning efforts to SUD aftercare services; collaborate with case management on discharge to medical facilities; communicate with outpatient providers.
Other duties as assigned.



Qualifications


Qualifications

• Master's of Social Work (MSW) or Master's in Mental Health Counseling or Psychology from an accredited program required.


• Massachusetts license (LICSW or LCSW or LMHC) required.


• Experience working with people with SUD and their families.


• Strong assessment and treatment skills.


• Knowledge of community services and resources.


• Excellent organizational skills, collaborative, customer service and advocacy skills.


• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.


• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective team collaboration.


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

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Knowledge skills and ability to assess patient/family needs for services and develop treatment plans.


• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients/families and staff.


• Ability to advocate/negotiate systems for/with patients Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.


• Skills in supportive counseling and care coordination.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


15 Parkman Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


40



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The General Hospital Corporation 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.



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