Social Worker - Lmsw - Saco

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW) from an accredited program required. Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred. LMSW or appropriate social work licensure/certification required within 18 months of employment, consistent with applicable state requirements.

Knowledge of social determinants of health, care coordination, community resources, and behavioral health concepts.

Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with individuals experiencing complex social, medical, and behavioral health needs.

Proficiency with electronic health records and standard computer applications preferred.

Experience in healthcare, population health, care management, behavioral health, community health, or social services preferred.

Experience working with value-based care models, accountable care organizations, managed care, or other population health programs preferred.

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal clinic environment. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing and reaching. Lifting and carrying up to 15 lbs. Uses computer, typewriter, fax machine and telephone.

The LMSW – Population Health & Value-Based Care professional provides comprehensive social work services to support patients’ health, well-being, and successful engagement in care. This role works as part of an interdisciplinary population health team to identify and address social determinants of health, reduce barriers to care, improve health outcomes, and support quality and value-based care initiatives.

The LMSW will work closely with patients, families, providers, care management teams, community organizations, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized interventions and connect patients with appropriate medical, behavioral health, and community resources.