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Social Worker- PRN- $26-$29 an hour

Acadiana Treatment Center

#Behavioral Health #CPR Certification #Documentation #Multidisciplinary Team #LMFT #Discharge Planning #LPC #Crisis Management #Treatment Plan

Quick overview

The Social Worker will conduct comprehensive social history assessments to develop and implement treatment plans aimed at promoting patient recovery and achieving the highest level of social functioning. Responsibilities also include coordinating programs, providing crisis management, facilitating family sessions, and managing patient chart documentation.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related Human Services field, along with at least one year of experience working with behavioral health patients. Required credentials include current Ohio licensure as an LPC, LMFT, or LSW, along with CPR and CPI certifications, the latter of which will be provided upon hire.

postgraduate degreeEmpathyProfessionalismCaseload ManagementReferralsCrisis ManagementPatient Chart DocumentationMultidisciplinary TeamworkTreatment Plan DevelopmentSupport GroupsFamily SessionsSocial History AssessmentProcess GroupsEducation Facilitation

Job description

Essential functions

Conduct social history assessment of the patient through observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
Coordinate and plan programs and activities to meet patient’s social and emotional needs.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
Provides crisis management and family sessions to assist the family in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
Assist in the development of effective treatment plans that apply therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring safety at all times for the patient.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss patient assessment, treatment plan and ongoing discharge plan.
Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or Human Services field required.

Experience

One (1) or more years' of experience working with behavioral health patient population.

Licenses/Certifications

Current Ohio Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Social Worker (LSW). Current CPR and CPI certifications are required but will be provided upon hire.