Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality mental health services to individuals and families, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques. This role requires a strong understanding of clinical counseling practices, case management, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations. This position requires an eligible background check clearance from Florida Clearinghouse. Clearinghouse information can be found at the following address

Duties

• Responsible to provide clinical and consultation services in accordance with policies and procedures of the hospital and the standards of the American Psychological Association (APA).
• Ensure that services provided are in accordance with relevant ethical and professional standards of care
• Communicates pertinent findings to the treatment team.
• Provides group using professional treatment modalities.
• Provide individual therapy as needed per treatment team request.
• Conducts educational and other assigned groups for patients and/or family members.
• Attends all treatment teams for assigned residents.
• Attends weekly/monthly clinical supervision as assigned.
• Provides weekly clinical supervision as assigned if applicable.
• Coordinates multifamily/group/family education group.
• Participates in any quality improvement activities that involve psychology services
• Completes all program notes before the end of the business day.
• Maintains data regarding services rendered relevant to departmental statistical needs
• In consultation with Hospital Clinical Director and administrative supervisors, develop and implement goals and objectives for clinical services provided.
• Responds to crisis situations and manages patient behaviors in accordance with Hospital policy and procedure.
• Assists with the unit milieu to guide the development of acceptable habits and attitudes by consistently and fairly implementing the behavioral program, emphasizing good choices, and positive interactions.
• May assist in the development and refinement of facility policies and procedures to ensure that these not only meet recognized standards.
• Consistently follows the program schedule and implements all safety and security procedures.
• May assist in departmental staff selection and recruitment
• May assist in administrative and managerial responsibilities and duties; such would be under the direction of the Hospital Chief Executive Medical Director
• Flexible hours are expected and may include weekends and nights.
• Participates in training and development for purpose of professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Provide back-up services for incoming assessment and referral calls.
• Serve as a role model
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and is proficient in the use of computers including Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations.
• Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations.
• Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.
• Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous basis.