Social Worker, Mental Health

General Summary of Position

Provides psychosocial assessment, screening, counseling, and crisis intervention services on a consultation basis to patients and families using a variety of modalities including individual, family, group, and specialized counseling. Works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to determine service needs, positively influence patient and family outcomes, and secure community resources to promote a continuum of care.

• Contributes to department goals and objectives; adheres to policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards.
• Advocates for patients and families throughout the episode of care; serves as a resource for communication among providers.
• Assesses and assists patients in referral and application for funding sources and eligibility for entitlement programs.
• Assists patients and families in adjusting to acute and chronic illness, coping with lifestyle changes, and addressing issues associated with terminal illness.
• Completes timely and appropriate documentation.
• Conducts timely psychosocial assessment interviews with high‑risk or complex cases and other patients to identify problems requiring social work interventions.
• Explores needs for guardianship and other legal proceedings.
• Maintains strict standards for confidentiality and security of electronic information.
• Participates in departmental monitoring, statistical reporting, and facility‑wide performance improvement efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Engages in professional development: attends training, serves on committees, and participates in education programs, including supervision of students.
• Provides consultation to other disciplines when psychosocial aspects or coordination with community resources are needed to achieve treatment outcomes.

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school (Council on Social Work).

• 1‑2 years in Social Work in a hospital inpatient, psychiatric, or medical setting (or equivalent).

• LMSW – Licensed Medical Social Worker (State license in Maryland).

• Psychosocial assessment and advocacy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer software applications.

USD $60,632.00 – USD $ per year.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Other (Hospitals and Health Care)