Outpatient Healthy Steps - Social Worker - MSW/LMSW/LCSW - Full Time - Days

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to identify patient needs, strengths, and challenges
• Evaluate patients’ mental health, social, and environmental factors that may impact their overall well-being
• 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
• Coordinate and manage care transitions between hospital, skilled nursing, and outpatient settings to ensure continuity of care
• Assist patients in navigating and accessing community resources and support services
• Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system and broader community
• 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
• 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
• Provide education to patients and families about coping strategies, mental health conditions, and available resources
• Provide emotional support and guidance to help patients and families navigate complex healthcare situations
• 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
• 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

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

Experience with EPIC