Social Worker (LCSW) / Trauma Services

Overview

Responsibilities

• The Trauma Social Worker is responsible for providing comprehensive mental health assessment services to trauma patients.
• Oversees and supports other staff in Screening and Brief Intervention for alcohol misuse, acute stress disorder, and other mental health needs of trauma patients.
• Provides and utilizes assessment and intervention strategies that promote improvement of mental health, psychosocial problems, efficient use of psychiatric and medical resources, and facilitate safe and appropriate treatment and discharge.
• Provides therapy or counseling services to individuals and families who have experienced traumatic events such as fires, accidents, homicides, or suicides.
• Coordinates with other members of the treatment team to ensure that clients receive appropriate care and disposition.
• Oversee screening and referral program for all trauma patients in accordance with American College of Surgeons standards.
• Assists with discharge planning as needed.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Must posses a Master Degree in Social Work from an accredited program, or similar degree in a Behavioral Science such as Masters in Counseling or Masters in Psychology. Must have and maintain a current Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensure in the state of Idaho. Must have a thorough knowledge of community resources for behavioral health