Social Worker
Job Posting for Social Worker at Community Health Center of Buffalo Inc
Job Summary:
Performs case management and counseling activities related to bio psychosocial needs affecting the health and well-being of Center patients.
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field
- Two (2) years of experience as a Social Worker with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)
- Five (5) years of experience as a Social Worker with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Responsibilities:
- Perform case management and counseling activities to address the bio-psychosocial needs of patients
- Assess patients' psychosocial needs and determine appropriate treatment and referral options
- Assist patients in obtaining and completing forms for entitlements, supplemental insurance, and other benefits
- Advocate for patients when interacting with community agencies
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate patient records
- Coordinate transportation assistance for patients when necessary
- Attend case conferences and team meetings
- Identify the need for patient education and support services
- Conduct need assessments and education for prenatal and post-partum patients
- Consult with the Provider and make appropriate referrals when necessary
- Evaluate the needs of special population patients
- Provide HIV pre-test and post-test counseling and testing
- Follow up on missed appointments with patients
- Participate in and contribute to Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance activities
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
-Perform other relevant duties as assigned or requested.
Physical Demands:
This position requires periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Weekend and evening work may be required.
1199 SEIU: $24.71 - $29.82/hr.
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Job openings at Community Health Center of Buffalo Inc
Niagara Falls, NY
Full Time
Buffalo, NY
Full Time
Buffalo, NY
Full Time
Niagara Falls, NY
Full Time
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