Outpatient Social Worker - LMSW/LCSW/LMHC/LMHC-D - Full Time - Days

Core Job Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Evaluation
• Carry out comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify patient needs, strengths, and challenges.
• Evaluate patients’ mental health, social, and environmental factors impacting their overall well-being.
• Make recommendations based on assessment findings.
• Treatment Planning & Intervention
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions to address psychological, emotional, and social issues.
• Support patients in managing chronic conditions, adjusting to life changes, and addressing psychosocial stressors.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and support for patients and families during acute or challenging situations.
• Case Management
• Coordinate and manage care transitions between hospital, skilled nursing, and outpatient settings to ensure continuity of care.
• Aid patients in navigating and accessing community resources and support services.
• Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system and broader community.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in care team meetings, case discussions, and discharge/care planning processes.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required records.
• Adhere to state and federal regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all aspects of social work practice.
• Education & Support
• Provide education to patients and families about coping strategies, mental health conditions, and available resources.
• Offer training and support to staff members on social work practices and psychosocial issues.
• May provide clinical supervision to assigned students, residents, Mental Health Counselors, LMSW or MSW staff within scope of practice.
• Continuous Improvement
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with best practices in social work and healthcare.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program development within the health system.
• Meet CEU requirements to maintain licensure.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

• REQUIRED:
• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, with a background in hospital inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Strong understanding of social work practices, ethical standards, and relevant healthcare regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and manage a diverse caseload.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation practices.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with professionalism and empathy.
• Ability to travel to other worksites within MVHS.
• PREFERRED:
• Experience with EPIC.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• REQUIRED:
• Current and valid New York State licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).