Social Worker – Hybrid

Overview

• Provide direct mental health services and depression care management in a hybrid work environment.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care and support.
• Utilize standardized tools for patient assessment and follow agency guidelines for behavioral health diagnoses.
• Participate in clinical supervision and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Document patient care in electronic health records promptly and accurately.
• Offer referrals for long-term counseling and other essential services as needed.
• Engage in professional development and maintain required certifications and licensure.
• Work with diverse populations, including HIV patients, homeless individuals, and children.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Deliver collaborative care services, including telephonic outreach and management of assigned cases.
• Coordinate care for patients in primary care settings and provide direct clinical services.
• Utilize PHQ-9 and other tools for patient assessment and care planning.
• Ensure timely completion of patient documentation and electronic encounters.
• Participate in department and organizational CQI projects to enhance care quality.
• Design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for chronic condition treatment.
• Develop linkages with community organizations and resources for patient support.
• Provide psychiatric consultations and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field required.
• NYS licensure as LMSW, LCSW, PhD, or PsyD preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including HIV, homeless, and mentally ill individuals.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and Windows-based systems.
• Bilingual Spanish skills preferred, with additional compensation offered.
• Current BCLS and Infection Control certifications required.
• Strong knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for depression.
• Ability to make independent judgments and manage caseload effectively.