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About NYC Health + Hospitals

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Job Description

Tour I: 12:00AM - 8:00AM

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To assist in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients enabling them to utilize medical/psychiatric care in order to achieve their optimal level of care.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Med-Surg

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Conducting timely and complete biopsychosocial assessments and providing appropriate interventions for all assigned cases.
• Providing therapeutic interventions drawing upon a wide range of treatment modalities. Providing information about community resources and participating as a member of the interdisciplinary team in developing appropriate aftercare plans.
• Participating as a member of the interdisciplinary team in formulating and executing overall treatment and aftercare plans.
• Working closely with related social service providers and community agencies.
• Providing professional and appropriate interventions in crisis or emergency situations.
• Providing orientation and education to new staff and other professional disciplines.
• Participating in interdisciplinary Performance Improvement Projects.
• Complete necessary documents and/or forms to obtain formal support for the patient in his/her home, i.e. VNS, HHC Home Care, etc. Home Care Services
• Make timely request of PRI for patients needing placement in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Attend department required Educational Presentations.
• Make appropriate arrangements for community based mental health services.

Minimum Qualifications:

For Assignment to Level II:
1. Valid license as an LMSW issued by the NYSED; or
2. Valid license as an LCSW issued by the NYSED.

Department Preferences:

Licensed Master of Social Work from the New York State Department of Education.

Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work.

Minimum two years’ experience in a social agency or community organization dealing with health and/or welfare.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,612.00 - $77,354.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY 11203: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• License as an LMSW /LCSW (Required)

Work Location: One location

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