Licensed Certified Social Worker

Dardanelle Regional Medical Center•Dardanelle, AR

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Licensed Certified Social Worker on a 10-bed inpatient Geropsych unit. The role involves assessing client needs through medical and behavioral health history evaluation, performing mental health assessments including social history, and obtaining/interpreting laboratory and radiological testing as needed. The social worker will collaborate with the Psychiatrist/Medical Director to develop treatment plans, provide counseling and referrals for medical and behavioral health needs, and maintain client records, including referral and follow-up information. The position also includes participation in quality assurance activities, staff in-services, and continuing education to maintain professional expertise and stay updated on new treatments. Adherence to minimum medical guidelines for federally funded programs is required. This is a Safety Sensitive Position under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas, meaning employees must not be under the influence of Marijuana due to the potential threat to patients.

Requirements

A master's degree in social work with a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Two-years (3,000 hours) postmaster's LCSW supervised social work experience.
Successful completion of the Board-approved examination.

Nice To Haves

Experience with substance use disorder a plus.
LMSW and PLMSW candidates would be considered based on work history and comparable experience.

Responsibilities

Assess client's needs by obtaining and/or evaluating a medical and behavioral health history.
Perform appropriate mental health assessment including social history.
Obtain laboratory test as needed.
Obtain and interpret any radiological testing.
Work with the Psychiatrist/Medical Director to develop a treatment plan for the client.
Provide counseling and instructions and/or appropriate referrals about medical and behavioral health needs.
Refer client to other sources of health care or community referrals as needed.
Conduct/participate in medical education sessions for professional community as well as client groups as needed.
Maintains and review client records including referral and follow-up.
Participate in quality assurance components of the clinic (i.e. Chart audits, safety core measures, etc).
Conduct and participate in staff in services as needed.
Maintains professional expertise thru continued education.
Keep abreast of new information and treatments by reviewing journals, clearinghouse information, newsletters, and periodicals.
Adhere to the minimum medical guidelines for federally funded programs.