Clinical Social Worker

Title: Clinical Social Worker State Role Title: Counselor II Hiring Range: $68,310 - $94,268 Pay Band: 5 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Catawba Hospital Agency Website: Recruitment Type: General Public - G Responsibilities Evaluation and treatment planning – 30%: Comprehensive assessments, social work reassessments, treatment plans, and other required medical record documentation are completed in accordance with departmental policies and procedures, accrediting/certifying body regulations, and state/federal laws. These are evidenced by medical record reviews, supervisor/peer reviews, and results of accrediting/certifying body reviews. Assesses patient's discharge needs and coordinates discharge plans with the CSB – 30%: Initiated upon admission and throughout the continuum of care, discharge planning is provided in an effective and efficient manner according to policy and DBHDS discharge protocols. Discharge needs are clearly documented, and plans for patients recommended for discharge are updated in weekly notes and ready for the discharge form in the EHR. Notes identify barriers to discharge as well as progress made to alleviate them. Discharge plans and referral summaries are clearly written and describe a comprehensive discharge plan. Provides individual, family and group counseling and patient/family education – 20%: Documentation indicates content of individual, family and group sessions and provision of education to patients and families, completed according to departmental policy. Treatment planning – 15%: Participates with the interdisciplinary team in formulating individual treatment plans and serves as plan author for assigned patients. Treatment plans are completed thoroughly, patient‑centered, and timely according to facility guidelines and governing bodies. Additional duties – 5%: Provides admission on‑call services on a rotating basis; communicates with nursing supervisor, CSB, other facilities, Central Office, Jail, and others to assist with admission needs; consults with patient flow manager and/or social work director regarding difficult admissions. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of population‑specific factors in assessment and treatment; knowledge of theories of human behavior and development; skills and ability in providing individual, family and group counseling; knowledge of community resources; advanced interviewing skills; knowledge of Social Work Code of Ethics; ability to make independent work decisions; ability to independently maintain clinical records on assigned cases in accordance with hospital policies and governing body regulations. Additional Considerations MSW, LCSW highly desirable; experience in behavioral health and/or working with a geriatric population is also desired. Background Investigation & Reasonable Accommodations All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screening, which may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Equal Opportunity The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Under Virginia Code 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers individuals convicted of specific barrier crimes or those with pending barrier charges. Contact Information: Austin Grasty – Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io; Email: View email address on click.appcast.io In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD), and service‑connected veterans are encouraged to submit disability documentation to obtain an AHP Letter. #J-18808-Ljbffr