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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Social Worker - Cardiology (Brooklyn).

Under the Supervision of a Social Work Supervisor or Director, provides psychosocial assessment and counseling services, including discharge planning to patients as assigned by the Department of Social Work at a level of independence requiring minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides timely and effective psychosocial assessment and evaluations as required. Uses clinical knowledge
  of psychosocial dynamics and interviewing techniques to gather social history, define problems and develop a
  relevant treatment plan.
  & Participates in teaching psychosocial issues related to health and illness, community resources and social
  work services.
  & Assists in ensuring that patients receive services in accordance with established departmental policies and
  procedures through conducting regular chart reviews.
  & Represents the Department of Social Work in hospital and citywide committees and task forces.
  & Provides task supervision as required.Organizes and conducts psychodynamic support groups for patients
  and families with the responsibility for designing, developing goals and leading and/or facilitating the group
  interaction.
  & Serves as a resource for the Social Work Staff and for other hospital employees.Organizes and participates
  (in conjunction with the social work supervisor) in training of new staff or staff transferring to a different
  assignment.
  & Participates in interdisciplinary planning and unit based interdepartmental meetings when requested.
  Participates in the development of programs and projects that require a senior social worker to participate in
  developing policy, coordinating case review in specialized areas, dispensing information and becoming the
  departmental/hospital recognized resource in a particular area.
  & Provides supervision to social work interns.Conducts orientation patient/family groups, educating and/or
  elaborating on information about diagnosis, treatment, options for post-hospital care, etc.
  & Prepares statistical documentation of work in assigned areas.Demonstrates skill in presentation of
  psychosocial information in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings and Rusk evaluation conferences.
  & Is competent to care for patients of all age groups.Regularly participates in individual/group supervision.
  & Assists in ensuring that patients receive services in accordance with established departmental policies and
  procedures through review of medical records.
  & Documents all social work activities in a timely manner according to departmental protocols.Performs clinical
  duties in an independent manner, with appropriate use of supervision.
  & Mobilizes community agencies and other support networks in the interest of patients/families.
  & Partnering with Care Manager to ensure effective throughput.Coordinates interdisciplinary information and
  recommendations into social work treatment plan and promotes timely post-hospital/ discharge planning in
  the interest of patients/families.

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in social work, or its equivalent (e.g. a higher degree from a social work program that is registered by the New York State Education Department as qualifying for licensure), from a recognized college or university program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• New York State licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or pending examination with application having been approved by the licensing board for the LCSW examination or a New York Education Department-issued limited permit (for employees hired with an LCSW from another state with New York State LCSW obtained during probationary period).
• Minimum of four years of post LMSW experience as a social worker in the health care field.
  
  
  

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $108,779.33 - $118,930.50 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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