Mohawk Valley Health System·City of Utica, New York
The Social Worker LMSW will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions. They will collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and advocate for patients' needs.
Job Summary The Social Worker LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) will provide generalist social work services across various care settings.
This role involves assessing patient or outpatients’ needs, developing treatment plans, and providing therapeutic interventions.
The LMSW may work in hospital, and outpatient settings, adapting their approach to meet the unique needs of each environment, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.
Core Job Responsibilities Patient Assessment & Evaluation: Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments to understand patients' mental health, social, and environmental needs.
Identify and evaluate patients’ strengths, challenges, areas requiring intervention and barriers to effective care.
Makes recommendations to provider for treatment options and dispositioning.
Treatment Planning & Intervention: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with LCSW/provider patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Provide individual, group, and family therapy to address psychological, emotional, and social issues.
Support patients in managing chronic conditions, adjusting to life changes, and addressing psychosocial stressors.
Provide crisis intervention and support in various clinical situations.
Case Management & Coordination: Assist in care coordination across hospital and outpatient settings to ensure continuity of care.
Facilitate referrals to community resources, support services, and additional healthcare providers to support patient needs.
Advocate for patients' needs and rights within the healthcare system and community.
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and comprehensive patient care.
Participate in care team meetings, case discussions, and discharge/care planning processes.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other required records.
Adhere to state and federal regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all aspects of social work practice.
Education & Support: Provide education to patients and families about coping strategies, mental health conditions, and available resources.
Provide emotional support and guidance to help patients and families navigate complex healthcare situations.
Offer training and support to staff members on social work practices and psychosocial issues.
May provide clinical supervision to assigned students, residents or unlicensed MSW staff.
Continuous Improvement: Engage in ongoing professional development and training to stay current with social work best practices and healthcare trends.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and help enhance social work practices within the health system.
Meet CEU requirements to maintain licensure.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Education/Experience Requirements REQUIRED: Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of clinical experience, with experience in hospital, skilled nursing, or outpatient settings preferred.
Strong understanding of social work practices, ethical standards, and relevant healthcare regulations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and manage a diverse caseload.
Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and documentation standards.
Ability to handle high-stress situations with professionalism and sensitivity.
Ability to travel to other worksites within MVHS.
PREFERRED: Knowledge of EPIC.
Experience in a hospital inpatient or outpatient environment Licensure/Certification Requirements REQUIRED: Current and valid New York State licensure as a Master Social Worker (LMSW).
Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details Req Id 95979 Department CASE MGMT Shift Variable Shift Hours Worked 8.00 FTE .20 Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR Employee Status A7 - Occasional Union Non-Union Pay Range $26 - $44 Per Hour
A Master's Degree in Social Work and a current New York State LMSW license are required. Candidates should have 6 months to 1 year of clinical experience, preferably in hospital or outpatient settings.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
