A Mental or Behavioral Health Social Worker assesses and treats individuals with mental, emotional, or substance abuse problems. Activities may include individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, prevention, and education.
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JOB SUMMARY
This position assumes responsibility for the provision of clinical services and interventions with patients in the inpatient unit, assistance in discharge planning and coverage for intake. The position includes working with multidisciplinary team members to meet patient needs. This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including child through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals, and direction of the Performance Improvement Process / Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training/Experience:
REQUIRED
Master's in Counseling or Master's in Social Work, or enrolled in a Master's program, application within 12 months of graduation date. Must be willing to obtain LCPC or LCSW within 3 years.
PREFERRED
Minimum of two years experience with
Psychiatric or Chemical Dependency Patients Active LSW, or LPC License/Certifications/Special Requirements:
LSW, or LPC preferred
Pay Status:
EXEMPT EEO
Statement:
Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
