Job Posting
Social Worker
HOURS: Discussed at interview.
EDUCATION:
- Master’s degree in social work or clinical nurse specialist for psychiatric mental health
- Current licensure such as LCSW or LCAC experience in psychiatric setting preferred
- Knowledge of community resources for older persons, knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance requirements for continued care
- Familiarity of medical terminology and conditions as these impact treatment and discharge needs
- Familiarity with medical team roles in hospital departments
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clinical Therapy responsibilities, care managements which include treatment plans for patients
- Able to collect and evaluate data for social services and discharge planning
- Therapist must maintain an accurate and up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations and standards regarding provisions of social services while implementing treatments and discharge planning.
- Provide individual and group therapy/family group therapy
- Communicate and update families when needed
- Complete all required assessments, such as Suicide Risk Assessment and Psycho-Social Assessment by due date
- Assist on overseeing the intake of referral, and follow-up with referral sources
- Participate in the weekly treatment team meeting and ensure appropriate follow-up documentation
- Ensure activity and socialization groups are occurring per schedule
Dodge County Hospital Is An Equal Opportunity Employer:
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dodge County Hospital will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Dodge County Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Contact Information
Human Resources
Phone: 478-448-4105 |
