Brown University Health
Position Overview
MH Social Worker at Brown University Health
Responsibilities
Ensures patient dignity and respects patient rights and values.
Operates within ethical and compliance standards.
Ensures all regulatory standards and requirements are met (DMH, DPH, CMS, Joint Commission, etc.).
Participates in the assessment of potential admissions to the Geri Psych Unit, facilitating decisions in a timely manner.
Able to assess and reassess the needs of the patient.
Properly documents assessments.
Communicates the needs of patients effectively.
Completes psychosocial evaluations on assigned patients in a timely fashion.
Displays good interviewing, diagnostic, and report‑writing skills.
Conducts therapies in accordance with patient diagnosis and needs.
Provides efficient discharge planning throughout the treatment process.
Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
Completes individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
Conducts individual psychotherapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and good treatment technique.
Conducts family therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of family therapy principles and good treatment technique.
Conducts group therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles and good group therapy technique.
Engages in timely, efficient discharge planning and works in close conjunction with patient, family, nursing staff, and attending physician.
Has good knowledge of referral/placement process and available community resources.
Functions cooperatively as a member of the treatment team and provides ongoing education to patient and family as needed.
Conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material.
Communicates effectively with families and agencies, conveying a positive, professional image.
Provides resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
Actively involved in measuring patient performance and communicates results and trends to supervisor.
Provides feedback to supervisor on ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.
Identifies areas needing improvement and utilizes the facility performance improvement process.
Actively participates in department processes as required.
Brings significant issues related to program functioning to the Program Director's attention.
Utilizes feedback regarding performance and uses supervision to improve performance.
Ensures facility is safe and reports deficiencies to supervisor.
Completes all required competencies per program regulations and attends all in‑services, seminars, etc. to promote learning.
Keeps current on CEU requirements to maintain licensure status.
Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame, using time and resources to the best possible advantage.
Develops and maintains efficient working relationships and is reliable in respect to attendance.
Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.
Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services and offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.
Produces quality results and continually strives to improve the quality of work.
Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.
Follows all hospital and corporate‑wide policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years' experience in the clinical psychiatric setting required (five years preferred), with prior experience in Geriatric Psychiatry preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to function in a fast‑paced environment.
Understanding of Joint Commission standards related to the Continuum of Care; Patient Rights and Organizational Ethics; Education of Patients and Family; Management of Information; Infection Surveillance; Prevention and Control; Care of Patients; Assessment of Patients and Improving Organizational Performance.
Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and crisis intervention skills.
Working knowledge of Utilization, Case Coordination, Risk Management and PM/PI.
Experience in developing and facilitating patient discharges from an acute care setting.
Ability to complete a report of study findings.
Manages stress appropriately and makes decisions under pressure.
Manages the anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately.
Must be able to work independently and collaborate as part of the program care team.
Ability to report conclusions, analyze data and write an action plan to address recommendations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion.
Patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.
Responds to requests in a timely manner; handles interruptions in a skillful way.
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.
Involves other departments in project planning and implementation.
Supports others in the department and provides help and assistance when possible.
Regularly attends and participates in team and/or departmental meetings and activities.
Keeps others in the department informed of relevant information.
Regularly offers and requests constructive feedback and coaching.
Establishes and maintains effective working relations; welcomes patients/customers/employees in a warm, friendly manner.
Actively listens and constructively responds to questions and concerns in a timely manner.
Ensures that the dignity of the patient/customer/employee is maintained at all times.
Abides by and upholds the hospital's service excellence standards; respects the diversity of the patient/customer/employee population.
Demonstrates safe and effective use of equipment.
Education Master's in Social Work
Current Licensure in Massachusetts as Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
Evidence of professional development.
BLS certified.
Pay Range $38.40 - $68.06 per hour
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Morton Hospital – 88 Washington Street, Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Work Type 8a-4:30pm
Work Shift Day
Driving Required No
Union Massachusetts Nurses Association
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Responsibilities
Ensures patient dignity and respects patient rights and values.
Operates within ethical and compliance standards.
Ensures all regulatory standards and requirements are met (DMH, DPH, CMS, Joint Commission, etc.).
Participates in the assessment of potential admissions to the Geri Psych Unit, facilitating decisions in a timely manner.
Able to assess and reassess the needs of the patient.
Properly documents assessments.
Communicates the needs of patients effectively.
Completes psychosocial evaluations on assigned patients in a timely fashion.
Displays good interviewing, diagnostic, and report‑writing skills.
Conducts therapies in accordance with patient diagnosis and needs.
Provides efficient discharge planning throughout the treatment process.
Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
Completes individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
Conducts individual psychotherapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and good treatment technique.
Conducts family therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of family therapy principles and good treatment technique.
Conducts group therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles and good group therapy technique.
Engages in timely, efficient discharge planning and works in close conjunction with patient, family, nursing staff, and attending physician.
Has good knowledge of referral/placement process and available community resources.
Functions cooperatively as a member of the treatment team and provides ongoing education to patient and family as needed.
Conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material.
Communicates effectively with families and agencies, conveying a positive, professional image.
Provides resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
Actively involved in measuring patient performance and communicates results and trends to supervisor.
Provides feedback to supervisor on ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.
Identifies areas needing improvement and utilizes the facility performance improvement process.
Actively participates in department processes as required.
Brings significant issues related to program functioning to the Program Director's attention.
Utilizes feedback regarding performance and uses supervision to improve performance.
Ensures facility is safe and reports deficiencies to supervisor.
Completes all required competencies per program regulations and attends all in‑services, seminars, etc. to promote learning.
Keeps current on CEU requirements to maintain licensure status.
Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame, using time and resources to the best possible advantage.
Develops and maintains efficient working relationships and is reliable in respect to attendance.
Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes.
Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services and offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns.
Produces quality results and continually strives to improve the quality of work.
Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed.
Follows all hospital and corporate‑wide policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years' experience in the clinical psychiatric setting required (five years preferred), with prior experience in Geriatric Psychiatry preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to function in a fast‑paced environment.
Understanding of Joint Commission standards related to the Continuum of Care; Patient Rights and Organizational Ethics; Education of Patients and Family; Management of Information; Infection Surveillance; Prevention and Control; Care of Patients; Assessment of Patients and Improving Organizational Performance.
Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and crisis intervention skills.
Working knowledge of Utilization, Case Coordination, Risk Management and PM/PI.
Experience in developing and facilitating patient discharges from an acute care setting.
Ability to complete a report of study findings.
Manages stress appropriately and makes decisions under pressure.
Manages the anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately.
Must be able to work independently and collaborate as part of the program care team.
Ability to report conclusions, analyze data and write an action plan to address recommendations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion.
Patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately.
Responds to requests in a timely manner; handles interruptions in a skillful way.
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction.
Involves other departments in project planning and implementation.
Supports others in the department and provides help and assistance when possible.
Regularly attends and participates in team and/or departmental meetings and activities.
Keeps others in the department informed of relevant information.
Regularly offers and requests constructive feedback and coaching.
Establishes and maintains effective working relations; welcomes patients/customers/employees in a warm, friendly manner.
Actively listens and constructively responds to questions and concerns in a timely manner.
Ensures that the dignity of the patient/customer/employee is maintained at all times.
Abides by and upholds the hospital's service excellence standards; respects the diversity of the patient/customer/employee population.
Demonstrates safe and effective use of equipment.
Education Master's in Social Work
Current Licensure in Massachusetts as Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).
Evidence of professional development.
BLS certified.
Pay Range $38.40 - $68.06 per hour
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Morton Hospital – 88 Washington Street, Taunton, Massachusetts 02780
Work Type 8a-4:30pm
Work Shift Day
Driving Required No
Union Massachusetts Nurses Association
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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