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Cambridge Health Alliance is a nationally recognized, award-winning health care system that serves the residents of Cambridge, Somerville and Boston's Metro-North region. It is comprised of The Cambridge Hospital, Somerville Hospital, Whidden Memorial Hospital, the Cambridge Public Health Department, more than 20 primary care practices and Network Health - a statewide managed Medicaid health plan. WHAT IS CAMBRIDGE HEALTH ALLIANCE?An award-winning system that has been recognized nationally for community and academic excellence;An integrated health network that has three hospitals - Cambridge campus, Somerville campus, and Whidden campus - and more than twenty primary care practices; A comprehensive health provider that offers a wide variety of medical, surgical, and mental health programs. An academic leader that has affiliations with both Harvard Medical School and Tufts University School of Medicine, as well as several schools of nursing, including Boston College, Simmons College, and the University of Massachusetts, as well as other schools. Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is an important resource that works with and within its communities to identify and address health disparities. CHA is an employer of more than 4000 individuals from many fields who work together to provide the best patient care and improve the health of our communities.MSW graduates considered especially those who have had hospital experience as an internship. The positions available are on the Adult, Secure Psychiatric units at the Cambridge Hospital and the Whidden Memorial Hospital in Everett. There are opportunities to cover vacations and sick time. New graduates should plan on becoming licensed as soon as possible after graduation.This temp position would be a great opportunity for someone who is in process of starting their career. CHA offers very competitive salary rates. There is also a need for coverage for a 6 month leave, which begins in June, at our Everett Site.We would also consider a candidate who holds an LCSW/LICSW, and has hospital or inpatient psychiatric experience. In addition candidates who have worked in a community mental health setting or for the Dept of Mental Health are highly desirable. We would also consider a candidate who holds an LCSW/LICSW, and has hospital or inpatient psychiatric experience. In addition candidates who have worked in a community mental health setting or for the Dept of Mental Health are highly desirable. Requirements: Candidate should be able to work a regular Monday through Friday daytime schedule. MA state licensure required, or licensure status pending.Applicants must have legible handwriting, basic computer and writing skills. In addition, candidate needs to possess hospital milieu knowledge (i.e. clinical processes, lengths of stay, etc). Candidate needs to successfully multi-task, be a good team player, understand the discharge planning aspects of the job and be comfortable in a psychiatric, locked unit. RESPOND HERE! Respond immediately by accessing the following dedicated online response form which will allow you to cut and paste your resume. This form will go directly and immediately to the hiring authority for this position. Access the online response form at: http://sh.webhire.com/servlet/resp/rf?jobid=2214308&boardid=749 Company: Cambridge Health Alliance Location: Cambridge, MA 02138 Job Category: Medical/Health Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Company: Cambridge Health Alliance