LMSW - Acute Care
About The Position
The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Licensed Master Social Worker is an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. The licensed social worker is responsible for the therapeutic relationship that includes addressing the complex bio-psychosocial needs of the patient. The scope of practice includes, but is not limited to, comprehensive assessment of those needs, diagnosis, treatment planning, advocacy, therapeutic intervention and resource identification and linkage. Clinical social work in the hospital setting includes using evidence- based therapies to address the bio-psycho-social aspects of patient care such as adjustment to illness issues, mental health, co-occurring disorders, identifying and reporting child and elder abuse and neglect, domestic violence and complex care management (when appropriate). Adherence to established Psychiatry Department protocols and (OMH) oversight regulations, participation in ongoing education and supervision, as well as active participation in Psychiatry Department meetings, PI and UR. The LCSW-R Clinical Supervisor provides oversight of the LMSW/LCSW in accordance with NYS Board of Education - Office of the Professions. Social Work licensure requirements - “A licensed master social worker may only practice clinical social work, including diagnosis and psychotherapy, under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), licensed psychologist or psychiatrist in the acceptable setting.” Participation in departmental rounds or team meetings as required Comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patient Treatment planning to address issues identified in comprehensive assessment Resource linkage and advocacy with appropriately identified resources Participation in departmental objectives and assignments Provide psychotherapy on an inpatient basis to individuals, couples, families and/or groups in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health guidelines and standards of care. Complete comprehensive assessments/diagnostic formulations and preliminary treatment plan goals, objectives and methods, within the time frames outlined by regulations (OMH/CMS) Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions Documents all patient contacts according to NYS Office of Mental Health requirements Performs acute/crisis evaluations and coordinates appropriate-level care as needed Provides psychoeducation to patients and families Functions as a member of the clinical Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations and community support services Communicates with patient and other treating providers to coordinate treatment plan goals and objectives Participates in case conference treatment team meetings Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion and respect Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in the field Participates in the Utilization Review Process Collaborates with outside agencies, such as CPS/DSS Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager Partial remote work is available dependent upon department needs and employee capabilities
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work, required
- Minimum of 2 years of behavioral health employment or internship experience, preferred
- Prior related experience, preferred
- Current NYS License as LMSW within 6 months of hire, required
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Computer Skills
- Counseling
- Interacting with People
- Maintain Files
- Maintain Confidentiality
- Time Management
Responsibilities
- Participation in departmental rounds or team meetings as required
- Comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment of patient
- Treatment planning to address issues identified in comprehensive assessment
- Resource linkage and advocacy with appropriately identified resources
- Participation in departmental objectives and assignments
- Provide psychotherapy on an inpatient basis to individuals, couples, families and/or groups in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health guidelines and standards of care.
- Complete comprehensive assessments/diagnostic formulations and preliminary treatment plan goals, objectives and methods, within the time frames outlined by regulations (OMH/CMS)
- Provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions
- Documents all patient contacts according to NYS Office of Mental Health requirements
- Performs acute/crisis evaluations and coordinates appropriate-level care as needed
- Provides psychoeducation to patients and families
- Functions as a member of the clinical Interdisciplinary Treatment Team
- Facilitates referrals for medication evaluations and community support services
- Communicates with patient and other treating providers to coordinate treatment plan goals and objectives
- Participates in case conference treatment team meetings
- Treats patients, colleagues, and other staff with cooperation, compassion and respect
- Conducts self in a manner consistent with ethical standards of practice in the field
- Participates in the Utilization Review Process
- Collaborates with outside agencies, such as CPS/DSS
- Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager
Benefits
- Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability protection
- Retirement benefits including an employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
