Licensed Master Social Worker - Outpatient - Dialysis

Job Description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What You'll Do

The Licensed Social Worker is an active member of the Nephrology/Dialysis treatment team. The licensed social worker is responsible for the therapeutic relationship that includes addressing the complex bio-psychosocial needs of the patient. The scope of practice includes, but is not limited to comprehensive assessment of those needs, diagnosis, treatment planning, advocacy, and resource identification and linkage. Clinical social work in the outpatient setting includes using evidence based therapies to address the bio-psycho-social aspects of patient care such as adjustment to illness issues, , mental health, co-occurring disorders, identifying and reporting child and elder abuse and neglect, domestic violence and complex care management (when appropriate). Adherence to established Conditions of Coverage for the Center for Medicare & Medicaid services (CMS) for End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) dialysis clinics.

• Core Social Worker Functions (applies to all Social Workers)
• Participation in departmental rounds or team meetings as required
• Comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patient
• Treatment planning to address issues identified in comprehensive assessment
• Resource linkage and advocacy with appropriately identified resources
• Healthcare decision making and planning for Advanced Directives
• Participation in departmental objectives and assignments
• Completes psychosocial assessment and long/short term care plans
• Completes Quality of Life Survey (KDQOL)
• Maintains Quarterly notes and updates as needed
• Modality Training
• Depression Screening
• Vocational Rehabilitation
• Provides education on lifestyle, psychosocial issues and reinforcement
• Provides emotional support
• Provides patient with support and or referrals for: adjustment to illness, alcohol/chemical dependence, grief/loss/bereavement, financial/insurance issues, and compliance to treatment
• Provides evidence based therapeutic interventions
• Performs acute/crisis evaluations and coordinates psychiatric hospitalization as needed
• Provides psychoeducation to patients and families
• Functions as a member of Dialysis Interdisciplinary Team
• Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and community support services
• Communicates with patient and other treating providers to coordinate treatment plan goals and objectives
• Active participant in departmental rounds, team meetings, patient care plans, and QAPI/Core Team Meetings as required
• Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion and respect
• Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in the field
• Collaborates with outside agencies, such as CPS/DSS
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed
  
  

Education

What we need from you

• Master's Degree in Social Work, required
  
  

Experience

• Prior related experience working in behavioral health setting such as OMH or OASAS licensed clinic, preferred
  
  

Licensure/Certifications

• Current NYS License as LMSW, required
  
  

Skills

• Curriculum/Plan Development
• Clinical Skills
• Analysis & Evaluation
• Computer Skills
• Multi-Tasking
• Interacting with People
• Problem Solving
• Communication
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional grasping, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testing
  
  

Hazards

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
  
  

Working Conditions

• Occasional noise, odors
  
  

Travel

• Extensive Travel - You should expect to travel every week
  
  

Total Rewards

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!
  
  

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $70,630.10/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum

USD $105,945.16/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.