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Our client, a prestigious healthcare institution renowned for its cutting-edge research and patient care, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Genetic Counselor. This is a vital in-person role that will oversee the genetic counseling services provided to patients and families facing genetic conditions or predispositions. The Lead Genetic Counselor will be responsible for providing comprehensive genetic counseling, including risk assessment, interpretation of genetic test results, and patient education, ensuring high-quality care delivery. This individual will also play a key role in mentoring and supervising junior genetic counselors, contributing to the development of clinical protocols, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of genetics and inherited diseases, and a strong commitment to patient advocacy. You will be at the forefront of integrating genetic advancements into clinical practice, empowering patients with knowledge and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert genetic counseling services to individuals and families at risk for hereditary conditions, including risk assessment, diagnosis disclosure, and psychosocial support.
• Interpret complex genetic test results (e.g., sequencing, microarrays, panels) and explain findings clearly to patients and referring physicians.
• Develop and deliver educational materials and programs on genetic conditions, testing options, and implications for patients and healthcare professionals.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior genetic counselors and students, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Collaborate with physicians, geneticists, researchers, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care and facilitate access to genetic services.
• Develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives for the genetic counseling service.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in genetic testing technologies, clinical genetics, and relevant medical literature.
• Participate in research initiatives and contribute to the scientific understanding of genetic diseases and counseling interventions.
• Manage caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely and thorough documentation of patient encounters in electronic health records.
• Advocate for patients' needs and connect them with appropriate resources and support networks.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and growth of the genetic counseling program.
• Represent the department in institutional committees and external professional organizations.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Genetic Counseling from an accredited program.
• Board certification by the American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical genetic counseling experience, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Expertise in a specific area of genetics (e.g., oncology, cardiology, prenatal, pediatrics) is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of human genetics, molecular biology, genetic testing technologies, and inheritance patterns.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills, with the ability to build rapport and provide empathetic support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Massachusetts.

This critical on-site role is based in Boston, Massachusetts, US .

**Job Description**
**UW Medicine Insurance Eligibility and Financial Counseling Services Team (IECS)** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Financial Counselor Lead** .
**WORK SCHEDULE**
+ 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
+ Monday - Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm
+ Day Shift
+ Hybrid after a 6-month probation period
**POSITION HIGHLIGHTS**
+ This is an onsite position for the first 6 months, with potential for transitioning to a hybrid work schedule upon successful completion of the probationary period
+ Serve as a team lead, supporting staff through training, guidance, and performance feedback. Collaborate with the supervisor to assign tasks, monitor quality, and resolve issues.
**PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Interview patients to assess insurance coverage and refer uninsured patients for Medicaid or Financial Assistance screening
+ Train, orient, and support new Financial Access Specialist (FAS) staff
+ Review and correct team members' work for policy and procedural compliance
+ Monitor, evaluate, and recommend updates to policies and workflows
+ Provide cost estimates and review payment options with patients
+ Guide patients through Financial Assistance processes and track application status
+ Communicate with external agencies (e.g., DSHS, AEM) to verify application progress
+ Obtain required patient signatures on financial forms, such as Notices of Non-Coverage
+ Coordinate with supervisors to resolve unclear insurance or coverage issues
+ Participate in special projects and stay current through training and education
**REQUIREMENTS**
+ High school diploma or GED certificate
+ Three years of experience in a medical office setting
+ An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements
**ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER**
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists, and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student, and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations, including: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. ( Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details**
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$53,784.00 annual
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$76,932.00 annual
**Other Compensation:**
-
**Benefits:**
For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift (United States of America)
**Temporary or Regular?**
This is a regular position
**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**
100.00%
**Union/Bargaining Unit:**
SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory
**About the UW**
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
**Our Commitment**
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at or .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( .
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

**Employment Type:**
Full time
**Shift:**
Day Shift
**Description:**
Provides support and assistance to the adult hallway house/residential services resident counselors and participates as a treatment team member providing direct care services to adult clients and their children. Works with clients and their children on treatment plan goals through professional interventions and supportive guidance/assistance. Participates in the teaching, coaching, and directing of adult clients as they address recovery, parenting, relationships, self-sufficiency, and daily living skills issues. Regularly interacts with adult hallway house/residential services and outpatient clients and their children insuring their safety and security. Serves as a resource for resident counselor staff in matters related to the adult treatment programming. Communicates with supervisor on personnel and performance issues and to insure that programming is therapeutic, effective and efficiently provided. Insures that all necessary tasks are completed in a qualitative and timely manner.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** **:**
**Supports the philosophy and mission of House of Mercy insuring that it is visual in the operation and direction of the adult hallway house/residential services programs resident counselor staff. Communicates and promotes a strong commitment to the services provided by House of Mercy.**
**Effectively develops and nurtures rapport and therapeutic relationships with all clients, co-workers, families, internal and external customers.**
**Assures that the Resident Counselors follow through with their direct care responsibilities with emphasis on providing skill development education/coaching, developing rapport/relationship with clients, monitoring client activities, developing/enhancing client parenting skills, and observing client peer interactions. Intervenes when behaviors are inappropriate to ensure a safe environment.**
**Provides counseling services to clients and their children when/where the situation requires.**
**Serves as the initial contact person for addressing/resolving staff questions/concerns.**
**MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED** **:**
**Bachelor's degree in social work or related human services discipline from an accredited four-year program, preferred.**
**CADC certified within eighteen (18) months of hire.**
**Heartsaver AED (Infant, Child and Adult) within four (4) months of hire.**
**Valid Driver's/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy's Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.**
**Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 30 days of employment.**
**Medication Management certification to be completed within three (3) months of hire.**
**Understanding of medical terminology and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.**
**Excellent communication skills**
**Our Commitment**
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran

**All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:**
+ $3,000 Relocation available for eligible candidates (see terms below)
+ Benefits from Day One
+ Paid Days Off from Day One
+ Career Development
+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
**Our promise to you:** Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.
**Schedule:** M-F
**Shift** : Day
**Location: 701 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs, Fl 32701**
**The community you'll be caring for:**
**The role you'll contribute:** The Social Work Specialist intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources and qualify for community assistance from a variety of special funds and agencies, and/or require assistance with transitions of care or discharge planning. In addition, offer crisis intervention to patients and families with psychosocial needs and coordinates and facilitates the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations. This role will receive referrals for individuals from at-risk populations from interdisciplinary team members (including physicians, RN Care Managers, staff nurses, and other members of the care team).
**The value you'll bring to the team:**
· Psychosocial Assessment and Interventions
· Receives referrals for psychosocial complex problems from the health care team
· Provides assessment and reporting interventions in child abuse/neglect, domestic violence, adult/elderly abuse, child protection and sexual assault, as appropriate
· Provides consult services for patients who may possibly lack decision making capacity. Follows the guardianship (temporary/ permanent) policies sand procedures and coordinates with Care Management leadership throughout the process
· Provides consult services for foster care and adoptions.
_*_ **_Terms:_** _12 month Employment Contract Required for Relocation Bonus_
**Relocation Eligibility:**
· Must live 50 miles outside of campus address.
**The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:**
**Minimum qualifications** :
Bachelor's in Social Work
Minimum one (1) year experience in hospital/medical social work
**Preferred qualifications:**
Masters in Social Work
Care Management discharge planning experience
Knowledge of state and federal guidelines pertinent to care management
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
**Category:** Case Management
**Organization:** AdventHealth Orlando
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Shift:** 1 - Day
**Req ID:**
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

**Description**
Salary Estimate: $ - $ / year
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**Introduction**
Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Social Work Manager you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA HealthONE Swedish which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
**Benefits**
HCA HealthONE Swedish, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
+ Colleague recognition program
+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits ( Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._**
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Social Work Manager where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
**Job Summary and Qualifications**
Position Summary: This position supports the mission of Swedish Medical Center optimizing the quality of life of all those served by expanding the traditional focus on medical needs to the needs of the whole person. The Social Work Manager is responsible and accountable for overseeing the coordination of services through an interdisciplinary process that provides a clinical, financial and psychosocial approach through the continuum of care. Balances individually identified patient and family needs with the efficacious and cost effective utilization of resources. Through concurrent clinical case management, patients will be assessed to determine appropriateness of admission, continued hospitalization, clinical resource consumption, progressive care management, as well as appropriate level of care. Discharge planning will begin at the time of (or prior to) admission and reassessed throughout the course of hospitalization. Quality and Risk Management issues and education needs will also be monitored for and reported per hospital policy. When need arises, will perform other duties as assigned by the Case Management Director and cover for the director as needed.
Responsible for supervising day-to-day operations, including the staff schedule, assignments and caseloads to ensure appropriate hospital-wide coverage. Provides expertise and staff support for problem-solving complex cases and issues. Collaborates with Director and participates in staff evaluation and performance activities including monitoring, coaching, counseling, educating and developing action plans as needed. Represents CM and attends meetings for assigned committees, workgroups and teams. Develops and supervises new staff orientation plans and the department's annual education plan, including staff core competencies.
Equipment Listing:
o Computer
o Copy Machine
o Fax Machine
o Telephone and paging systems
II. Position Requirements:
A. Licensure/Certification/Registration:
o Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse, or current active multistate nursing licensure, or LCSW required.
o BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
o UM/CM certification preferred.
B. Education:
o Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or social work.
o Bachelor's of Science in Nursing and/or Master's level degree preferred for RN & MSW required for social work.
C. Experience:
o Five or more years clinical experience required, hospital setting preferred.
o Three to five years UM/CM experience required.
o One to three years charge/lead/supervisory/management experience required, in UM/CM department role preferred. Able to demonstrate leadership and management skills.
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients' total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE's acute care hospitals is Swedish, a proud member of the community for more than 115 years. An acute care hospital with 408 licensed beds, HCA HealthONE Swedish is a national leader in neurosciences and serves as the region's preeminent referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment and was the state's first Joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. HCA HealthONE Swedish is also home to a robust robotics program, a certified burn and reconstructive center, and a wide-ranging oncology center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals' list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $ million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than 400M in federal, state and local taxes.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $ .7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Social Work Manager opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.