Per diem Social Worker

Melrose / Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years.  With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose / Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.

If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team

Why Join Us?

Competitive salaries

Opportunities for career growth and more!

Job Overview

Th is position assesses selected cases within a defined patient population to evaluate for potential psychosocial barriers to quality patient outcomes and timely , safe and appropriate discharges . The Social worker intervenes in situations where the treatment plan can be significantly impacted by providing the patient / family with support and counseling regarding social, emotional and / or financial issues. The Social Worker is a mandatory reporter in suspected cases of abuse or neglect.

Location : Melrose Wakefield Hospital - Melrose, MA

Hours : Week days only - Per Diem - Must work at least 2 shifts per month

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master s of Social Work (MSW)

2. LCSW or LICSW required or ready to sit for license

2. One (1) year of related experience in the field of Social Work.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list .  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Identifies specific physical, emotional, educational and cultural needs of patients and completes an assessment.

2. Utilizes assessment skills to continually gather information about the health, psychosocial status and discharge needs of the individual and family.

3. Collaborates with physician, healthcare team and the patient / family in developing a Plan of Care and documents accordingly.

4. Regularly perceives potential problem situations and intervenes to offset adverse impact, demonstrates proactive attitude.

5. Identifies appropriate resources and other agencies within the health care delivery system and makes referrals as needed.

6. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.

7. Assists hospital staff dealing with cases of abuse and neglect and report cases to appropriate agencies / authorities.

8. Implements the discharge plan in collaboration with the patient’s physician, case manager and other providers.

About Melrose / Wakefield Hospital

Melrose / Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind : the people of north suburban Boston.  Melrose / Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, Melrose / Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.