Perinatal Social Worker - Teens

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$50,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

HOPEFUL BEGINNINGS OF ST. MARY’S

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:

Perinatal Social Worker

REPORTS TO:

Clinical Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS: NONE

Basic Function

The Perinatal Social Worker provides direct services to clients experiencing perinatal mood disorders, including depression & anxiety, grief over the loss of a pregnancy, or difficulty adjusting to parenthood. This Perinatal social worker job will focus on individual services to teen parents in the local high school district. The Perinatal Social Worker is also responsible for completing the appropriate paperwork for client activities and maintaining records in compliance with DCFS (when applicable) and agency requirements.

All activities are conducted in an ethical manner and in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws; DCFS (when applicable) requirements; and all agency policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

· Gain a solid understanding of Hopeful Beginnings of St. Mary’s and all agency programs in order to be able to educate others about the agency’s work and capabilities.

· Establish a working knowledge of the adoption community and issues by researching facts, trends and other social service agencies, attend meetings, etc.

· Provides services in compliance with all DCFS (when applicable) and agency requirements and is familiar with current industry standards.

· Exhibits positive behavior towards all clients and agency stakeholders that is respectful, compassionate, and professional.

· With all clients, confidentiality is maintained as required by law and agency policies and procedures, whichever is most stringent.

· Be flexible to the needs of both clients and the agency

· Assists in community outreach efforts on behalf of the agency either when directly related to a client visit (eg, a hospital visit) or in consultation with the Executive Director.

· Assists in the development and implementation of agency seminars.

· Represents the agency in the social service community and other appropriate groups, as assigned.

· Regarding clients assigned by the Clinical Supervisor:

oIs familiar with all available community resources and eligibility requirements on aid/public assistance/relief programs. Makes referrals to such resources, as needed.

oAssesses client needs for services, including case management provided by the agency

oAssists in facilitating adoptive placements, including assistance with networking, identifying funds to assist with adoption expenses, and introductory meetings with birth parents.

oFollowing placement, assures child and family adjustment by conducting required home visits, maintaining contact, identifying problematic issues, and providing support.

· Responsible for maintaining a caseload of perinatal clients receiving individual therapy; as well as scheduling and documentation associated with assigned caseload

· Maintains professional records on all client activity, clearly documenting all appropriate aspects of a case. Submits required paperwork on behalf of clients in timely fashion.

· Provides reports and/or statistical data as required by agency policy and relevant laws of the state of Illinois.

· Participates in weekly supervision meetings with clinical team regarding caseload, particularly to obtain feedback on complex or problematic client issues such as interagency referrals or legal issues.

· Participates in maternity-related workshops and maintains professional knowledge by keeping informed about adoption issues as well as maternal mental health issues.

· Participates in Agency related events, such as, fundraisers, adoptive family picnics, Christmas parties, etc.

· Performs other tasks, as required.

Specifications

A Master’s degree in social work or a related field from an accredited college or university. LCSW preferred. Must be able to complete the Maternal Mental Health Training Certification, hosted by PSI and…