Southern NH Health - Social Care Coordinator - Pediatric Healthy Weight - Part Time

Who We Are:

Southern New Hampshire Health has been a cornerstone of the region since 1893, delivering high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Anchored by Southern New Hampshire Medical Center—a 188-bed, DNV-accredited hospital in downtown Nashua with a Level III-N trauma center, Level II Special Care Nursery, and Magnet® designation for nursing excellence—we offer a full spectrum of services from primary care to advanced diagnostics and specialized treatments. Our medical staff includes over 500 providers from Foundation Medical Partners, and local practices. Foundation Medical Partners, our multi-specialty group, spans 70+ practices across southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts, providing coordinated, patient-centered care to thousands each year.

About the Job:

The Social Care Coordinator – Pediatric Healthy Weight plays a vital role in supporting adolescents and their families through psychosocial care, resource navigation, and behavior change strategies. As part of a multidisciplinary team, this position integrates social work principles to address social determinants of health and reduce barriers to care. The coordinator collaborates with physicians, dietitians, nurses, and behavioral health professionals to deliver holistic, culturally responsive care plans that empower youth to achieve healthy lifestyle goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Build supportive relationships with adolescent patients and families
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify barriers to weight management
• Provide health education and facilitate peer support groups
• Collaborate with clinical staff to develop and support care plans
• Coordinate referrals to behavioral health, housing, food security, and other services
• Help patients overcome logistical barriers to care and engage in services
• Document interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
• Advocate for patient needs and reduce health disparities
• Stay current on policies, procedures, and participate in ongoing training

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 1–3 years of experience working with adolescents or in community-based health programs
• Skilled in motivational interviewing, communication, and time management
• Familiar with EMR systems and community resources
• Culturally competent and trauma-informed
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Detail-oriented and proactive in problem-solving

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term, long-term disability, life & pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans
• Continuous earned time accrual
• & more!

Southern New Hampshire Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.