Licensed Master Social Worker - CPEP - Evening Shift

Trinity Health

16d • $33 - $48

About The Position

The Licensed Master Social Worker works in the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP), a fast-paced crisis intervention program providing observation and outpatient psychiatric services for people of all ages. The program is a State-designated Community Health Center. The role provides crisis intervention, triage, assessment, treatment, casework, and referral services to patients and their families, while collaborating with clinical and community partners. The position includes cross-training with Mobile Crisis Outreach (MCO).

This is a part-time evening-shift position with a weekend and holiday rotation. Initial training occurs during the day. The work takes place in a clinical setting and may involve long and irregular hours in an emotionally stressful environment. The position reports to a Supervisor or Coordinator and supervises students and interns.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
• Pass the examination offered by ASWB and hold LMSW licensure through the State of New York.
• Good understanding of behavioral health crisis intervention.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the medical team, and other professionals in the hospital and community.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention and triage patients to the appropriate setting, including waiting areas for voluntary or involuntary patients, children and family services, or emergency department evaluations.
• Provide care and treatment modalities to outpatient and extended-observation clients.
• Provide intensive casework, assessment, intervention, and referral services to patients and/or their families, with emphasis on addressing patients’ social needs and exercising professional initiative and independent judgment in accordance with hospital policy.
• Collaborate with social workers, psychiatrists, clinical affiliates, and unit support staff as part of a team.
• Serve as a liaison to services along the continuum of care and to community support services.
• Cross-train with Mobile Crisis Outreach (MCO).
• Participate in orientation and continuing education, and maintain knowledge and skills related to areas of expertise.
• Supervise students and interns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level