Social Worker LMSW/ LBSW/ LCSW

Palestine, Texas

Facility Palestine Regional Medical Center
Req ID 538144 Post Date 03/20/2025

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Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Social Worker provides direct clinical services within the Behavioral Health Department for inpatient adult civilian and forensic psychiatric units
This position is responsible for conducting psychosocial assessments in accordance with DSM-V criteria, facilitating individual/group therapy sessions as assigned, identifying needed resources and referrals, coordinating discharge process (when applicable), and collaborating with interdisciplinary treatment team to ensure appropriate interventions
Will report to Social Work Supervisor

EssentialFunctions

Complete psychosocial assessment within 72 hours of admission
Facilitate daily group therapy services as well as individual/family counseling services when applicable
Participate in treatment team to evaluate patient’s progress in attaining goals. Consult with health care team members to promote, monitor, and evaluate compliance with patient’s treatment plan
Provide appropriate psychoeducation to patient and family members on mental health issues and identify barriers to learning
Coordinate resources both internal and external to address any barriers, ensure continuity of care, and maximize recovery plan. Acts as liaison between community resources, treatment team, family, and patient by conducting collateral contacts and referrals
Coordinates discharge planning services and completes social services discharge summary within 24 hours of patient discharge
Completes documentation in electronic medical records in compliance with quality standards
Participates in social services team projects and staff meetings to enhance work environment

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

Knowledge of evidence-based practice interventions for treatment of serious mental illnesses including crisis intervention, behavioral therapy, treatment milieu, suicide risks, co-occurring/substance use disorders and DSM-V diagnostic criteria
Knowledge of individual, family, and group therapy treatment modalities
Knowledge of community resources/agencies to assist with discharge planning
Ability to conduct assessments, evaluate strengths and needs, and plan appropriate interventions
Works effectively as member of multidisciplinary treatment team
Ability to work under minimal supervision, take initiative, and use independent judgement
Ability to manage rapidly changing priorities and deadlines based on current needs of units
Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to quickly develop and maintain therapeutic rapport with patients
Sensitivity in working with diverse populations in acute psychiatric crisis including forensic patients

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Social Work degree from a school of social work

Licenses/Certification

Licensed by the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners as an LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW
License must be current and without restrictions
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
Handle with Care (HWC) within 30 days of hire

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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