What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Social Work- Per Diem position at Tufts Medicine Care At Home?
Job Overview
This position provides a range of behavioral services including individual and group treatment as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Location: NH and MA
Hours: Per Diem
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
2. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Licensure in NH may be required depending on assigned territory and operational need.
3. One (1) year of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Five (5) years of applicable experience.
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
- Provides intakes and assessments of the individual seeking to enter a treatment program.
- Conducts assessments in part according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) and as dictated by OCC clinical protocols.
- Responsible for collaborating with, and making recommendations to, a multidisciplinary health care staff, based on the initial intake and assessment.
- Helps develop a smooth, coordinated plan of care.
- Provides treatment, education and/or counseling for the individual utilizing behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy.
- Ensures that clinical documentation and record keeping is complete and according to professional and departmental standards.
- Actively engages in regularly scheduled meetings, activities, and professional meetings.
- Keeps current with the relevant behavioral health literature.
- Participates in, teaching, public presentations, seminars and workshops. Works with other therapists in the field and in the hospital to enhance professional skills.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.
