Clinical Social Worker, Motility Center & Abdominal Pain Program

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
May 12, 2025
Job Posting Description At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. Position Summary/Department Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team in the Motility Center and Functional Abdominal Pain Program within the Gastroenterology Department. This full-time position involves providing a range of clinical social work services and case management to patients and families navigating complex gastrointestinal conditions and chronic pain. Key Responsibilities: Conducting psychosocial screenings and comprehensive assessments to guide care planning Providing brief individual and family counseling focused on adjustment to chronic illness and family system support Offering longitudinal case management-facilitating access to community and hospital-based supports, tracking care plans, and addressing psychosocial barriers to follow-through Helping families navigate the intersection of chronic illness and educational systems and collaborating with schools to implement recommended accommodations and support services Collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, psychologists, and other allied health professionals Fostering effective team dynamics by facilitating open communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary medical teams Delivering crisis intervention, safety planning, and resource mobilization as needed Addressing child protection concerns in collaboration with internal and external agencies Contributing to program development and participating in ongoing quality improvement efforts Education: Master's degree in social work Experience: Exceptional verbal and written communication and organizational skills essential. Flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment essential. Self-motivated. Strong clinical experience in medical or pediatric settings ideal; GI or pain experience preferred. Diverse candidates encouraged to apply Licensure/Certifications: LCSW in the state of MA required; LICSW licensure preferred This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign on bonus! Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.