Advanced Social Worker - Behavioral Health - St. Charles Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

This is a Part Time 20 hour per week position, however there is opportunity to pick up addition hours.

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 

  

Advanced Social Worker – St. Charles Hospital

  

Job Summary: 

The Advanced Social Worker provides direct patient care under the guidance of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. May provide clinical and administrative supervision. 

  

Essential Functions: 

• Provides Individual, Family, & Group Psychotherapy in Ambulatory and Hospital Outpatient settings.  

• Responsible for psychosocial assessments, Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) completion, discharge planning, and post-discharge calls.  

• Knowledge of involuntary processes such as guardianships, advanced directives, and power of attorney (POA).  

• Administers patient health questionnaire (PHQ-9), Columbia-Suicide Rating Scale (C-SSRS) and Social Determinants of Health screenings.  

• Offers community resource knowledge and collaboration.  

• Participates in continued education and in-service training.  

  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

  

Education: 

• Master of Social Work or Master of Science in Social Administration (required)  

  

Licensing & Certifications: 

• Licensed as a Social Worker in state of practice (required) 

  Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (preferred)

  

Experience: 

• 2 years of experience in healthcare, social services or human services setting (required) 

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

Adult Psychiatric Unit - Mercy St. Charles

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