Medical Social Worker (LMSW Required)
$55,916–$121,474 year
On-siteNew York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive assessments, telephonic check-ins, and in-person visits for highest-need patients to support psychosocial needs and avoid hospitalizations. Partner with support persons to identify care goals, navigate insurance benefits, and drive execution of care plans while maintaining extensive knowledge of community resources. Provide longitudinal care coordination, psychoeducation on disease-specific issues, and goals of care counseling, including end-of-life support. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to generate solutions for complex psychosocial dynamics, guide Community Health Workers, and complete detailed documentation. Respond to crises by prioritizing work and triaging urgent situations.
Required Qualifications
- Master of Social Work degree required from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
- Minimally licensed in the state where OSH Center is located
- Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve (where necessary)
- Proficient computer skills (including Microsoft, GSuite, and electronic medical records)
- US work authorization
- Bilingual Spanish Required
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience with complex care coordination and/or population healthcare management
- Familiarity with using metrics and data to guide practice and drive outcomes
- Minimum one year of medical social work experience in a healthcare environment, preferably within the last two years
- Experience working on a multidisciplinary team of other healthcare providers
- Motivated, experienced social workers with a problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude who are driven to improve the lives of the individuals that OSH serves
- Passion for working with Medicare-eligible populations, including older adults, adults with disabilities, and adults with severe and persistent mental illness
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