Benefits and Eligibility Referral Sw - Worcester, United States - Worcester Recovery Ctr & Hosp

Worcester Recovery Ctr & Hosp
Worcester Recovery Ctr & Hosp
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Worcester, United States

4 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description
The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dedicated Benefits Eligibility and Referral Social Worker (C).

This role will serve as the backbone of our department, ensuring patients receive the support they need to access vital entitlements and benefits.

Your primary responsibility will be to liaise between various departments, providing crucial entitlement information to streamline patient care processes.


Please Note:
The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with Saturday and Sunday off.


Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

  • Support the activity and work of the Hospital Administration Clinical Social Work Department by providing entitlement information to need-to-know departments.
  • Support the work of social work staff by assisting patients in obtaining entitlements and other identified documents.
  • Obtain information for benefit eligibility and provide information to the appropriate staff and departments.
  • Maintain databases and benefit information.
  • Provide correspondence to organizations, departments and staff as needed.
  • Treat all patients with dignity and respect through interactions which affirm the individual's needs and preferences and by optimally integrating the patient's perspective into all facets of care; advocate for patients, facilitate timely resolution of patient concerns and assists patients in the exercise of their rights.

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

About Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WHRC):

Located on over 100 acres in Worcester, Massachusetts, Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) is part of an integrated network of effective, efficient and culturally competent mental health services.

It provides intermediate and long-term inpatient care for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness who live in Massachusetts, as well as individuals requiring specialized court ordered evaluations.


WRCH provides inpatient services to 290 adults, inclusive of a Deaf Inpatient Mental Health Service, and 30 adolescents on the ACCU.


DMH Mission Statement:


The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities.

The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research.


Pre-Hire Process:

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Human Resources at EXT 4.


Qualifications

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

At least four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in social work or social casework, claims adjudication, job placement, recruitment, employment counseling, vocational or rehabilitation counseling, credit investigation, educational counseling, legal advocacy, or legal counseling.


SUBSTITUTIONS:

  • A Bachelor's or higher degree may be substituted for two years of the required experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.
  • One year of education equals 30 semester hours. Education toward a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

LICENSES:
Based on assignment, travel may be required.

Those employees who elect to use a motor vehicle for travel must have a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license or the equivalent from another state.


Comprehensive Benefits


When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Official Title:
Benef Elig & Refer Soc Wrk (C)


Primary Location:
United States-Massachusetts-Worcester - 309 Belmont Street


Job:
Community and Social Services


Agency:
Department of Mental Health


Schedule:
Full-time


Shift:
Day


Job Posting:
May 16, 2024, 11:39:53 AM


Number of Openings: 1


Salary: 65, ,633.44 Yearly

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