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Montefiore Medical Center SOCIAL WORKER MSW in Bronx, New York
Social Worker MSW:
As the academic medical center and University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center is nationally recognized for clinical excellence-breaking new ground in research, training the next generation of healthcare leaders, and delivering science-driven, patient-centered care.
Montefiore is ranked among the top hospitals nationally and regionally by U.S. News & World Report. For more than 100 years we have been innovating new treatments, new procedures, and new approaches to patient care, producing stellar outcomes, and raising the bar for medical centers in the region and around the world. As we build on this momentum, we continue to advance the practice of medicine and set the standard for excellence.
Within an Integrated Behavioral Health Model of Care, theLicensed Social Worker(LMSW or LCSW) will provide clinical treatment to patients and families who are experiencing various mental health disorders including depression and anxiety. The Social Worker's major goal is to help patients modify the impact of these problems and assist patients with identifying effective coping mechanisms and lifestyle changes.
Responsibilities:
Utilize Evidenced-Based Assessment tools and Treatment methods that are based on research and evidence gathered in clinical assessments, evaluations of outcomes and practice
Collaborate with an Interdisciplinary Team comprised of Primary Care Doctors, Psychiatrists, Nurses, and other internal and external professionals to improve the quality of patients' lives
As needed, the Social Worker will also provide patients with assistance with Social Determinants of Health (concrete services) and make appropriate referrals to ensure patients' safety at home and in the community
Requirements:
Annual assessment
Fit test
LMSW Required, LCSW preferred
Hours: 8:30a - 5:00p
Bilingual/Spanish speaking preferred.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Associates are eligible to apply for a lateral transfer after completion of one (1) year of service in their present position, with the following exception: an Associate who has received a written warning is not eligible for a transfer/promotion prior to six (6) months from date of issuance; an Associate who has been suspended is not eligible for transfer/promotion prior to one (1) year from date of suspension. Part-time Associates who have completed their probationary period can move to full-time vacancies within their department provided such movement will not unreasonably reduce the operational efficiency of that department. Probationary period is three (3) months for full-time employees, and four (4) months for part-time employees who works more than 3/5 of the normal workweek.
Montefiore Medical Center's advancement in the healthcare industry is also yours. Take your career to the next level by joining our trek to become the world's leading healthcare system.
We are an equal opportunity employer
Department: Montefiore Medical Group Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: MMG Employment Status: Regular Full-Time Address: 5529 Broadway, Bronx
Shift: Day Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM Req ID: 197303
Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values of Montefiore. We are committed to recruiting and creating an environment in which associates feel empowered to thrive and be their authentic selves through our inclusive culture. We welcome your interest and invite you to join us.
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Montefiore is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.