Social Worker - Behavioral Health

Social Worker - Behavioral Health I

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A Social Worker - Behavioral Health is an integral member of the healthcare team, providing comprehensive support and services to patients and their families. They play a vital role in promoting mental, emotional, and social well‑being. The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for a range of duties, including psychotherapy, billing for services, conducting assessments, developing patient‑centered care plans, facilitating resources, monitoring progress and evaluation, advocating for patients, actively listening to their concerns, respecting individuality, and building trust.

This position must practice under appropriate supervision as defined by the North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board. The schedule is as needed:
Two 10‑hr shifts every four weeks.

• Psychotherapy:
  Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy to patients to address their emotional, psychological, and social needs. Utilize evidence‑based therapeutic techniques and interventions to promote positive change and enhance overall well‑being.
• Documentation and Billing for Services:
  Accurately document and bill for services rendered in compliance with insurance and regulatory requirements.
• Assessments:
  Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate patient needs and identify any barriers to their overall functioning.
• Patient‑Centered Care Plans:
  Collaborate with the healthcare team and the patient to develop individualized care plans that address their unique needs, goals, and preferences. These plans should integrate medical, psychological, and social aspects of care to ensure a holistic approach.
• Resource Facilitation:
  Connect patients and their families with community resources, mental health services, support groups, and other relevant programs. Assist with referrals for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and coordinating care with other providers.
• Crisis Management:
  Identify possible or actual patient/family crises, provide crisis intervention and emotional support, and create and facilitate effective plans for resolution.
• Progress Monitoring & Evaluation:
  Continuously monitor and evaluate the progress of patients’ care plans to assess their response to interventions, measure outcomes, and make necessary adjustments. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure appropriate follow‑up and continuity of care.
• Advocacy:
  Advocate for patients’ needs within the healthcare system and the community, ensuring access to appropriate treatment and facilitating communication between patients and their healthcare team.
• Active Listening:
  Engage in active listening to understand patients’ experiences, concerns, and emotions. Provide a safe and non‑judgmental space for patients to express themselves, offering empathy, validation, and support.
• Respect for Individuality:
  Recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and cultural backgrounds of each patient, tailoring interventions and support to align with their individual needs and preferences.
• Building Trust:
  Build trust‑based relationships with patients and their families by demonstrating empathy, confidentiality, and professionalism. Foster open communication, collaboration, and a therapeutic alliance.
• Quality Improvement:
  Actively participate in meetings, problem solving, goal setting, quality improvement, and patient satisfaction initiatives.

• Master’s Degree in Social Work

• LCSW‑A

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• Knowledge of mental health conditions, diagnostic criteria, and evidence‑based treatment modalities
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Empathy, compassion, and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines

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Employer:

NCHEALTH
Entity:
Johnston Health
Organization Unit:
Behavioral Health Admin
Work Type:
Per Diem
Standard Hours Per…