Social Worker Associate Float 40 Hours

Social Worker Associate FLOAT 40 HOURS

SOCIAL WORKER ASSOCIATE- FLOAT/ MSW/ FULL TIME- 40 HOURS/ BWH CARE CONTINUUM

At Brigham Health, we place great value on being a diverse and inclusive community. Brigham Health and the Department of Social Work are dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients in our local community. We have a dedicated focus on equity. Thus, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum or human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The social worker associate is a key member of the inpatient social work team who provides and oversees the provision of psychosocial support for selected patients and families. Conducts bio-psychosocial assessment, short term treatment and referral, as indicated. Identifies high‑risk psychosocial factors of patients/ families that impact health status and helps hospital staff understand the influence of those factors upon the course of medical care. Assumes clinical evaluation, intervention and planning for patients with complex psychosocial risk. Works effectively as part of 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 wellbeing and the effective use of health care and community resources. Collaborates with and provides social work consultation to other disciplines within the setting and community. Participates on Departmental, Hospital, Satellite, community task forces and committees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Brigham and Women’s Hospital 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.