Caseworker/Mental Health Clinics

Licensed Social Worker
Tuerk House is a non-profit behavioral health system that serves nearly 300 patients a day, regardless of their ability to pay, through an innovative, integrative model of care that encompasses all aspects of recovery. It opened its doors in 1970 in Baltimore, providing lifelong healing and recovery, transforming lives and giving hope to individuals, families, and communities. Tuerk House has also been awarded Joint Commission Accreditation, the gold standard of health care. Patients and families can have peace of mind knowing that we deliver quality, safe care!
Join Tuerk House and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families seeking recovery and support!
The Licensed Social Worker will plan and conduct activities, including counseling clients on an individual and group basis. He/she must demonstrate a working knowledge of the full continuum of care. Work is performed in accordance with established regulations, policies and procedures, but employees are expected to exercise significant initiative and independent judgment in discharging duties. Work is reviewed by the Clinical Director through an evaluation of the completion of assignments, and individual and group supervision.
Coordinate collection of urine samples ensuring that all protocols and chain of custody guidelines are followed.
Work with social agencies and managed care organizations, hospitals, clinics, courts and gatekeepers in carrying out tasks of persons with chemical dependency and/or mental health problems.
Select and provide appropriate educational materials for clients concerning substance use.
Work collaboratively with Program Director to develop and execute treatments plan for each client's care. (Support and demonstrate adherence to Tuerk House Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and all personnel policies and procedures.
Continue special training in areas designated by Supervisor.
Candidates must be flexible to work some daytime and evening hours dependent on business needs
Active Maryland Board LCSW required
Minimum of two (2) years' experience in field or related field
Must successfully complete annual training requirements of 25 hours per year
Demonstrated ability to use entire MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Ability to learn in-house software; (SMART and Beacon Health).
Proficient knowledge of the TAP, bio-psycho-social characteristics and manifestations of chemical dependency and/or mental illness, preferred.
Knowledge and experience in running groups (house meetings and general meetings if applicable).
Personal belief in recovery and the recovery process.
Proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking English.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Tuerk House provides comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation, sick time, short term disability, life insurance, pet insurance, parental leave, and an employee assistance program. Generous PTO: Enjoy a competitive paid time off policy to promote work-life balance.

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to support your overall well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Assistance for a variety of personal and professional matters.
• Eligible for Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) benefits, providing additional support and resources.
• Tuerk House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Process:
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