Baystate Health·Springfield, Massachusetts
The Inpatient Social Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develops treatment plans to support patient care and discharge transitions. They also provide counseling services and coordinate with the healthcare team to ensure effective post-hospital care plans.
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center is looking for an Inpatient Social Worker to join our team in Springfield, MA!
SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours/week 1st shift, 7am-4pm/8am-4:30pm Rotating weekends and rotating holidays LOCATION: Baystate Medical Center Springfield, MA JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides a comprehensive age-specific, psychosocial assessment of patients, including social, psychological, cultural, environmental and financial information, and utilizes this information to develop a psychosocial treatment plan.
Incorporates cultural and spiritual variables into the assessment.
Assesses the risk of abuse/neglect for children, disabled adults and/or elders as appropriate.
Files reports with appropriate agencies as needed.
Provides counseling services to patients and families.
Utilizes diverse counseling techniques to help patients and their families deal with their medical situations more effectively.
Remains current in social work practice trends.
Demonstrates strong social work skills.
Participates as part of the care management team using discharge planning knowledge and skills to ensure that appropriate post-hospital care plans are developed and implemented in a timely manner.
Coordinates and documents transition of care plan toward the desired outcome, making recommendations and revision to the plan as indicated.
Proactively evaluates the psychosocial and physical needs of the patient and family, insuring appropriate transition of care.
Make referrals as needed to social service/community agencies or programs.
Communicates and involves the health care team, patient and family throughout performance of this process.
Leads or contributes to new initiatives within the department or in the hospital as assigned.
Supports the mission of Baystate Health to improve the health of the people in our community every day with quality and compassion.
Demonstrates the Baystate Health core values of respect, integrity, service, teamwork and innovation in all interactions with patients, families, colleagues and community partners.
Other duties and responsibilities as required.
Master's Degree in Social Work required Minimum of three years as a practicing social worker in a health care or social service setting require (may include some time in an equivalent Master’s level internship setting) preferred LICSW or LCSW with Master's degree also be considered THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE! Earn more from day one with competitive pay and affordable health coverage that includes Wellness and Massage reimbursements Prioritize balance with a competitive PTO package that expands as you build your career with us Invest in your future with adoption assistance, tuition support, continuing education, and career development resources Build long-term financial security through a retirement plan company match and growing annual company contributions Support for life beyond work, including first-time home-buyer assistance and free financial coaching Well-being that goes beyond basics with mental, physical, and financial wellness programs Everyday benefits that matter with a wide range of Voluntary Benefits Peace of mind built in with company-paid basic life insurance Easy access to work with onsite parking available at select locations We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate! Education: Masters Degree (Required) Certifications: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $77,064.00 - $92,040.00 - $112,923.00 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work and possess at least three years of experience in a healthcare or social service setting. Licensure as an LICSW or LCSW in the state of Massachusetts is required.
Market context
In Massachusetts, behavioral health employers often look for licensed or license-eligible clinicians with experience supporting at-risk youth and families, so demand tends to stay steady for candidates who can work across settings and age groups. These roles can be competitive because employers usually want a master’s degree, a clear licensure path, and practical experience; review the summarized requirements and benefits here, which are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to youth and family work.
