What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical & Public Health Social Worker position at State of New Mexico?
23.07 - $36.91 Hourly
47,989 - $76,782 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 65
Posting Details
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date.
Working as a Children's Medical Services Social Worker is all about making a real difference in the lives of families across New Mexico! You'll be part of the Family Health Bureau, which works hard to support women, children, and families by improving their health and well-being. From making sure babies and kids get the care they need, to guiding families with special healthcare needs, your role is essential in helping communities thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to bring in federal funding to support these programs, ensuring that everyone has access to top-notch services. Plus, you'll be part of a dedicated team that provides helpful guidance and oversight to health programs all across the state. It's a fulfilling, impactful job where you truly get to make a difference every day!
Why does the job exist?
Licensed social workers provide services to a multi-ethnic population of children and youth with special healthcare needs including, but not limited to, monolingual Spanish-speaking families and Native American clientele. Licensed social workers provide a safety net and assurance services for children and youth with special healthcare needs. Services and concerns are addressed an individual, family, and systems level.
How does it get done?
Licensed social workers assist families of children (ages 0-21) in developing a coordinated plan to meet the child's medical, social, and developmental needs. Service coordination consists of several components including : outreach and engagement of clients / families, providing a complete biopsychosocial assessment and periodic reassessment regarding client's / family's needs, the development and implementation of a service plan, the coordination and monitoring of service delivery and advocacy on behalf of the client including linkage to needed services. Additionally, the LBSW, LMSW or LCSW works collaboratively with medical, educational, vocational and human service providers. Additional goals / components including providing needed outreach to the immigrant and Native American / Pueblo communities. The licensed social worker provides quality assurance for billing and maximizes billing on care coordination, thereby producing revenue to support the program.
Who are the customers?
Children's Medical Program's customers consist of eligible participants and the general public.
Ideal Candidate
The candidate must possess an active LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW. The ideal candidate has experience in conducting interviews for intakes and assessments, has experience providing crisis interventions, has experience formulating interventions and services plans, has experience working with families in in medical and public health settings, and is fluent in English and Spanish.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Social Work (in accordance with NMAC 61-31-9) and two (2) years of experience in a social work setting such as social service agencies, healthcare, medical, educational settings, mental health, home health, hospice, developmental disabilities, and other relevant experience, working with patients, clients, providers, and families. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within six (6) months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Applicants must possess an active LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW.
Working Conditions
Services are provided in communities, clinics, auxiliary site settings, and in the homes of consumers to a diverse racial and ethnic population, many of whom do not speak English. Reaching and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds may be required. Potential exposure to communicable diseases. Travel to provide outreach and coverage, to attend meetings and training sessions, with the occasional overnight stay is required.
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Agency Contact Information : Liz Bearzi (505) 554-9861. Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms / conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
Salary : $47,989 - $76,782
