Licensed Social Worker (LBSW or LMSW)
About The Position
Ally Psychiatry is seeking a compassionate, motivated Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) to join its behavioral health team at Etowah County Jail in Gadsden, Alabama. This is a full-time, onsite position in a structured correctional healthcare environment. The social worker supports patients with behavioral health needs through psychosocial and suicide risk assessments, therapeutic services, resource coordination, and discharge planning. The role works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary treatment team and helps connect patients with appropriate behavioral health and community services.
Requirements
- Active Alabama LBSW or LMSW license in good standing.
- Strong assessment, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, professional approach when working with individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- Ability to work onsite in a correctional setting and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
Nice To Haves
- Correctional, inpatient, behavioral health, or crisis assessment experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct psychosocial assessments to evaluate patients’ mental health needs, social circumstances, and support systems.
- Perform suicide risk assessments and assist with appropriate safety planning and clinical coordination.
- Identify community resources and coordinate referrals for mental health treatment, substance use services, housing, and other support needs.
- Develop and coordinate discharge plans to promote continuity of care following release or transfer.
- Provide individual and/or group therapy, as appropriate to licensure, qualifications, and facility needs.
- Assist with probate court-related matters and coordinate with relevant agencies and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, medical providers, correctional staff, and other members of the treatment team.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation.
- Advocate for patients and help connect them with appropriate behavioral health and community services.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful behavioral healthcare services.
- Collaborative clinical environment with an interdisciplinary team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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