Social Worker, Neuro

4 months ago

Boston, United States Mass General Brigham Full time
Social Worker, Neuro - Pediatric& Adult – Herscot-(3285256)

Description

Social worker - Epilepsy - Neuro Psychiatry Child and Adult : Herscot Center / Full time 40 Hours

Highlights:

Hybrid work schedule including On-site and Remote/Virtual is possible once trained. Ask about Sign on Bonus available for eligible/ non-MGB employees. Unique care model embeds Social worker within the center with an interdisciplinary team including nurses, dietitians, physicians such as nephrologists neurologists, etc. Enjoy broad and generous benefit package including Medical, Dental, matched 403B, pension/cash balance, tuition reimbursement, continuing education, paid time off, and much more Work with pediatric and adult patient population.

About this role:

Working in the MGH Herscot Center for Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) and MGH Pediatric Epilepsy Program, the incumbent conducts biopsychosocial assessments, provides intervention and treatment as indicated. Works effectively as part of social work and interdisciplinary health care teams. Provides 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. Collaborates with and provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the Hospital and community. Participates on Departmental, Hospital, community task forces and committees.

Clinical Practice:

Sees TSC and Pediatric Epilepsy patients and their families, developing comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments responsive to age appropriate and cultural needs and concerns Follows up with families seen in above clinics with supports, resources, and service referrals, as needed (., helping to sign up for MassHealth secondary insurance; applying to DDS; finding a local therapist), applying for guardianship, referrals for behavioral issues, apply for medical transportation, apply for DMH, SSI and SSDI. Works effectively as part of a social work and interdisciplinary patient care team. Provides psychosocial consultation on patient/family care and management. Facilitates the appropriate and efficient use of Hospital resources; coordinate care and hospital social work staff (inpatient and outpatient) Provides mandated assessments when abuse is suspected (child, disabled adult, elder) and specialized safety assessment when violence is suspected. Responds to inquiries by e-mail or phone from families seen in our clinic seeking resources and supports (any questions about scheduling would be forwarded to the Program Coordinator) Provides and recommends resources and support ideas through our clinic’s social media pages. Visits clinic patients that are hospitalized at MGH, providing a social visit from our Program and filling in the inpatient SW team on any pertinent background Works with the THRIVE program to organize the program’s participation in various events held for our Herscot Center and Pediatric Epilepsy patients including: Group therapy, fundraisers, educational conferences, and patient and family educational and social activities and webinars

Additional responsibilities:

Participates in weekly team meetings, the weekly Herscot Center team meeting and the annual Tuberous Sclerosis Program Symposium. Provides risk management. Develops comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments responsive to age appropriate patient/family needs and concerns. Provides clinical biopsychosocial assessments and short term or long-term treatment/management of individuals, families, couples and groups. Develops treatment plans and initiates clinical interventions, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities. Analyzes course and results of treatment. Develops an effective working relationship with patient/family to engage, collaborate, advocate and problem solve in order to enhance their functioning. Utilizes individual, couples, family and/or group psychotherapy. Credentialed as mental health clinicians who provide care within parameters of managed care contracts. Documents in medical record according to Departmental policies and procedures. Provides information, consultation and professional support to interdisciplinary team members and social work colleagues. Shares knowledge of community agencies and resources.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Teaching and Education :

Assesses patient/family learning needs, styles and readiness. Educates patients/families based on treatment plan, identifies barriers to care, diversity issues and learning styles.
May teach in Departmental and Hospital seminars, workshops and rounds

Collaboration :

Collaborates and consults with patient, families and providers within the Hospital and community to develop and implement patient care plans. Refers to and collaborates with Departmental programs, outside agencies, facilities, payors, and other relevant community resources.

Organizational/Administrative Skills:

Takes responsibility for own administrative duties, including timely and appropriate documentation in patient medical records, timely and accurate daily reporting of activities via the Department’s information system (HPBS) and Hospital’s scheduling systems (Epic), and accurate reporting of time worked. Attends and participates in Staff Meetings and interdisciplinary meetings/rounds Participates in Departmental and Hospital committees. May chair committees as assigned by leadership team.

Professional Conduct :

Adheres to the profession’s clinical standards and Code of Ethics. Adheres to the Department and Hospital standards, policies and procedures. Promotes Departmental and Hospital public relations. Provides risk management. Adheres to Departmental and Hospital quality/safety standards. Maintains patient/family confidentiality.

Professional Development:

Is responsible for own professional development. Attends pertinent continuing education and professional activities related to job responsibilities and career goals. Keeps current with social work and health care developments pertinent to job and profession. Complies with licensure requirements.

Patient Population :

Each clinical social worker has responsibility for a specified patient population(s) as defined by service and agreed upon by Clinical Director.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required. Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required. Previous social work experience in a pediatric setting strongly preferred.

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