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Interim Senior Social WorkerThe HealthCare Initiative • Albany, NY, US
Interim Senior Social Worker

Interim Senior Social Worker

The HealthCare Initiative • Albany, NY, US
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Job Description

THE HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE

Where Talent Meets Opportunity

Senior Social Worker - Interim

New York

Position Description

The Interim Senior Social Worker provides both clinical services and program leadership within outpatient clinics and limited inpatient areas. This role blends direct practice with oversight of a small team (3 social workers plus one isolated role) and supports the stabilization, evaluation, and improvement of a rapidly growing program.

Program Leadership & Supervision

  • Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to social work staff.
  • Lead program development, workflow improvements, and quality initiatives.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and collaborate with medical practice leaders.
  • Support onboarding, skill development, and documentation standards.
  • Maintain strong relationships with community agencies and promote effective referral pathways.

Clinical Practice

  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide counseling, crisis intervention, and care planning.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care managers to coordinate care and ensure smooth transitions.
  • Address social determinants of health (housing, transportation, financial assistance, etc.).
  • Arrange post-hospital or specialty services (rehab, home care, hospice, long-term care).
  • Complete timely documentation and ensure compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
  • Consultation & Teaching

  • Provide guidance on complex cases to social workers, care managers, and clinical teams.
  • Assist in policy development and best-practice standards for social work services.
  • Participate in audits, performance improvement, and risk management activities.
  • Qualifications

    Education & Licensure

  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) — required
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — required
  • Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of hospital or medical social work experience .
  • Experience with crisis intervention, care coordination, and discharge planning.
  • Supervisory or leadership experience required.
  • Experience in rapidly evolving or developing programs is a plus.
  • Skills

  • Strong clinical assessment skills and knowledge of community resources.
  • Proficient with electronic health records and care management systems.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • For further information on this and other nursing leadership positions, locally and nationally, please contact me for a confidential conversation.

    Adam Patterson, Managing Partner

    720-735-9736

    adam@thi-search.com

    As one of the most successful executive search firms in the country, The HealthCare Initiative is constantly working on several searches nationwide in the world of healthcare. With over 50 years of experience, you can rest assured that all information is exchanged on a confidential basis. To learn more about The HealthCare Initiative, please visit www.thehealthcareinitiative.com.

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