Social Worker, Licsw

Cooley Dickinson is the hospital where Social Workers can grow and accelerate their careers. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.
About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.
Accolades and Recognition
Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safetyprovided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

• 5-star rating
• The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
• Beacon Award for Excellence
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation
• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designation
• The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3
• Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)
• Baby-Friendly USA designated
• Baby-Friendly Hospital
• Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the country's
• Best Maternity Hospitals
• Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award

Our Benefits
In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:
a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits
a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year
403(b) retirement plan with various investment options
opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement
The Social Worker - Inpatient Behavioral Health is responsible for performing clinical social work functions and some social services case work and discharge planning activities for clients on Cooley Dickinson's Behavioral Health Unit (West 5) and their family members.
Assessing and addressing clinical treatment goals while an inpatient, and establishing liaisons with community providers and other hospital programs are essential components of this position to achieve continuity of care. The Social Worker also provides other clinical services which may include: family education, bio-psychosocial assessments, groups and other aspects of treatment planning and implementation.
This position reports to the Assistant Clinical Manager, Behavioral Health and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work required
• Current licensure as a Certified Social Worker (LICSW, LCSW and LHMC) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required
• Current BLS certification required
• CPI certification required within 90 days
• Five (5) years experience in a social work setting and in mental health required, experience in addictions preferred
• Current Massachusetts driver's license, good driving record, and access to reliable transportation required

EEO Statement
It is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Cooley Dickinson Health Care embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, and encourages people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ candidates, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply.